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Fuling is located in the central part of Chongqing Municipality, China, at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Wujiang River, and is one of the important metropolitan areas of Chongqing and the core node of the Upper Yangtze River Economic Belt. With a total area of 2,941 square kilometers and a population of about 1.15 million, it is predominantly hilly and mountainous, with a subtropical monsoon climate and four distinct seasons.
Fuling has a history of more than 2,300 years of establishment and was once the hometown of the State of Ba. It is famous for the "hometown of squash", and Fuling squash is a national geographic indications product. Modern industries are mainly food processing, equipment manufacturing and new materials, and the golden waterway of the Yangtze River and many highways and railroads form a comprehensive transportation network.
It has famous attractions such as Baiheliang Underwater Museum (the world's first underwater site museum) and Wuling Mountain Rift Valley. As a strategic node of the Twin Cities Economic Circle in the Chengdu-Chongqing region, it is actively promoting the integration of industry and city, and building a demonstration zone for green development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt.
Marshall County is located in the northern part of Indiana, USA and is an important agricultural and industrial region of the state. It has a total area of about 934 square kilometers and a population of about 47,000 people. The county seat is the city of Plymouth.
Located in the Great Lakes region, the county is rich in natural beauty, including several lakes and state parks. The economy is dominated by manufacturing and agriculture, with well-known companies such as medical device manufacturer Covidien locating here. Corn and soybean farming are the core agricultural industries.
Marshall County was established in 1836 with a name honoring Chief Justice of the United States John Marshall. The area retains several historic 19th century buildings and hosts annual traditions such as the Blueberry Festival and the County Fair, reflecting the cultural character of the Midwestern community.
The county is conveniently located near Interstate 80/90. The education system includes several public school districts and has a cooperative program with the Indiana University System. Recreational and tourism resources such as the Wabash River are also nearby.