Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Aden |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Fuxing District is a municipal district of Handan City, Hebei Province, located in the western part of the main city, is an important part of the central urban area of Handan City, is located in the junction of Jin, Hebei, Luyu and Henan provinces, the location of significant advantages. As an old industrial base, Fuxing District had coal, iron and steel, electric power and other industries as the pillar, in recent years, actively promote industrial transformation and upgrading, focusing on high-end equipment manufacturing, modern logistics, energy saving and environmental protection and other emerging industries, while relying on Handan's deep historical and cultural heritage, the development of cultural and tourism integration industry. Fuxing District has a perfect transportation network, railroads and highways, which is an important material distribution center in the region. Nowadays, Fuxing District is taking the strategy of "industrial development and ecological development" to build a modern urban area which is suitable for living and working, and writing a new chapter of high-quality development while inheriting the industrial civilization.
Marib is a historic governorate and its capital city in central Yemen, located about 120 kilometers east of the capital city of Sana'a. Known for its rich heritage of ancient civilizations, it was once an important center of the ancient kingdom of Sheba (Seybay) and boasts the ruins of the famous Marib Dam, which was constructed around the 8th century B.C. and supported the agricultural prosperity of the area. Ancient temples and inscriptions are also dotted around the city, such as the Temple of Al Makkah, reflecting Yemen's status as the cradle of Arab civilization.
Marib is situated on an arid plateau with a hot climate, but agriculture was once the main industry thanks to historical water projects. In recent years, the region has risen in economic prominence due to the exploitation of oil resources, which has made it an important energy-producing region for Yemen, attracting investment and improving infrastructure. However, it has also faced long-standing security challenges, including tribal conflict and the effects of civil war, which have led to an exacerbated humanitarian crisis.
Marib has a deep cultural heritage and is an important archaeological destination in the Arab world, but war has hampered tourism development. Currently, the city is a frontline in the battle between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis, with frequent population movements and a focus for international aid. Despite the difficulties, Marib symbolizes Yemen's resilience and historical splendor, with great potential for future reconstruction.