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Located in the eastern part of Ali region of Tibet Autonomous Region of China, Changze County is situated in the hinterland of the northern Tibetan plateau, with an average altitude of about 4,700 meters, making it one of the important pastoral counties in Tibet. The county is connected to Nima County of Nagchu City in the east, Tsokane County in the west and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in the north, covering a total area of about 97,000 square kilometers, with a typical plateau continental climate, cold and dry in winter and cool and short in summer.
Numerous plateau lakes and pastures are distributed in the territory of Reze County, which is an important habitat for rare wild animals such as Tibetan antelope and wild yak. The local residents are mainly Tibetans, retaining the traditional nomadic culture and Tibetan Buddhist beliefs, with famous religious sites such as the Ma-mi Monastery, etc. The National Highway 219 runs through the whole area, which is an important transportation node connecting Xinjiang and Tibet.
The economy is dominated by animal husbandry, producing cashmere, yak wool and other livestock products. In recent years, it has gradually developed mineral resources exploration and ecological tourism industry, and has unique Qiangtang plateau scenery and primitive grassland landscape. The county government resident Rezhe Town is the political, economic and cultural center of the county, and the infrastructure is constantly improving.
Samobor is a picturesque town in northwestern Croatia, located about 25 kilometers west of the capital city of Zagreb and adjacent to the Slovenian border. Nestled at the foot of the Samobor Mountains and surrounded by forests and hills, the town is known for its natural beauty, baroque architecture and rich history. Its name is derived from the Croatian word "sam se boriti" (meaning "to fight alone"), a legend that relates to the independent spirit of the local inhabitants in the Middle Ages.
Founded in the 13th century, Samobor has a well-preserved medieval old town with colorful 18th-century buildings around the central square (Trg kralja Tomislava). The town is famous for its traditional festivals, such as the Samobor Fašnik, held every February, which is one of the oldest folklore events in Croatia. The local dessert "Samoborska kremšnita" is famous throughout the country and attracts many tourists.
Visitors can stroll through the stone streets of the old town, visit the Church of St. Anna and the ruins of Samobor Castle, or hike to the nearby Okić Mountain for panoramic views. The forest trails around the town are ideal for cycling and hiking, and skiing is also available in winter. Its peaceful atmosphere and easy access to neighboring Zagreb make it a popular day-trip destination, offering a perfect blend of natural and cultural heritage.