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Pacific/Tahiti |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-10 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Fakarava Atoll, part of French Polynesia, is located in the southwestern part of the Tuamotu Archipelago and is a World Natural Heritage Site and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This narrow atoll is about 60 kilometers long and 1 kilometer wide, and consists of many small islands surrounding a vast lagoon, which is known as the "sapphire of the South Pacific". With crystal clear waters and well-preserved coral reef ecosystems, the atoll is an important habitat for endangered species such as hawksbill turtles and red sea turtles, as well as a paradise for divers to explore the underwater world. Its unique location and pristine landscape make it one of French Polynesia's most ecologically valuable destinations, a perfect blend of natural wonders and South Pacific cultural charms.
Xiahe, belonging to Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Gansu Province, is situated on the northeastern edge of the Tibetan Plateau and is one of the cultural centers of the Amdo Tibetan area. It is famous for the Labrang Monastery, the world's premier Tibetan temple, which boasts six Buddhist schools, 108 Buddhist temples, and a large number of precious Buddha statues and thangkas, and is an important holy site for the Gelugpa school of Tibetan Buddhism, attracting countless believers and tourists to come for pilgrimage and sightseeing every year. The Sanko grassland around the county is rich in water and grass, with green grass in summer and flocks of cows and sheep, where you can experience horseback riding, Tibetan home visits and other folk activities, and feel the rich Tibetan flavor. In addition, Xiahe also retains traditional horse races, Sun Buddha Festival and other folk activities, blending natural scenery and religious culture, is a must-visit place to explore the Gannan Plateau flavor.