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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. |
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America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Gao Ling District is part of Xi'an City, Shaanxi Province, China, located in the hinterland of Guanzhong Plain and on the north bank of the Wei River, and is one of the municipal districts of Xi'an City. The district has a long history and is an important birthplace of ancient Chinese civilization, named after the "Gao Ling Eup" established by Shang Yang during the period of Duke Xiaodong of Qin, and is rich in cultural heritage, such as the Tang Zhaohui Pagoda and the Gao Ling Museum. Economically, GaoLing is an important part of the modernized Xi'an metropolitan area, mainly in agriculture and industry, and is conveniently located near the Xi'an International Port Area, which has been developing rapidly in recent years as the core area of Xi'an's North Crossing Strategy. Gaoling is also famous for its "clear-cut" natural landscape, which attracts many tourists to explore the unique charm of the blend of nature and humanity.
Ames is located in the central part of the U.S. state of Iowa, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) north of the capital city of Des Moines, and is one of the county seats of Boyd and Story counties, as well as the state's most important educational and livable city. As the home of Iowa State University (ISU), Ames has been deeply tied to the university since its founding in 1888, and the university is nationally renowned for its agricultural engineering, veterinary medicine, materials science and other disciplines, infusing the city with a strong academic and innovative atmosphere. With the university's resources, Ames has developed into a center for biotechnology, high-end manufacturing and aerospace research, with leading research institutions such as the National Advanced Driving Simulator Laboratory. With a population of approximately 66,000 (2020 data), the city has been repeatedly recognized as one of the safest and most livable areas in the nation, combining urban convenience with a small-town friendliness that attracts numerous academic conferences and tourists each year.