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America/Aruba |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
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. |
Aruba Fontaine is not an independent country, but the capital and largest city of the Caribbean island nation of Aruba, officially known as Oranjestad. Located on the southwestern coast of Aruba, facing the Caribbean Sea, the city is known for its colorful Dutch colonial-style architecture, bustling port and duty-free shopping area.
Founded in 1796, Oranjestad derives its name from the Dutch royal family of Orange. Historically the political and economic center of Aruba, the city retains a large number of 17th and 18th century Dutch buildings, such as the Willem III Tower and the History Museum. The local culture is a blend of Caribbean, Dutch and Latin American elements, and traditional celebrations such as Carnival are held throughout the year.
As a duty-free port, Oranjestad attracts a large number of cruise ship passengers, and the main street, Caya G.F. Betico Croes, is home to international brand stores. The economy is dominated by tourism, finance and services, and is surrounded by world-class white sand beaches such as Eagle Beach. The city has a well-developed infrastructure, with an international airport and port connecting it to North and South America.
Longhai City is located in the southeastern part of Fujian Province, the lower reaches of the Jiulong River, is the core area of the Golden Triangle of Southern Fujian, adjacent to Xiamen Special Administrative Region in the east, west of the city of Zhangzhou, since ancient times for the "town of Fujian and the sea".In 2019, the county was abolished to become a city, and Zhangzhou Municipality, with a total area of 1,132 square kilometers, and a resident population of more than 800,000 people. Here is located in the subtropical, pleasant climate, the Jiujiang River nourishes the rich land, is the famous "fish, rice, flowers and fruits of the township", lychee, longan and other fruits are exported to home and abroad.
Economically, Longhai private economy is active, the formation of food processing, equipment manufacturing, building materials and stone and other pillar industries, including the stone industry is renowned throughout the country, known as "China's Stone Capital". Deep cultural heritage, Minnan culture, overseas Chinese culture, ancient temples Ciji Palace, Jiangdong Bridge and other monuments to witness a thousand years of history, Minnan language, opera and other non-heritage culture passed on from generation to generation. As an important node of Xiamen, Zhangquan and Quan homogenization, Longhai is embracing development with an open attitude, showing the unique charm and vitality of a southern Fujian city.