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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northern part of Pingtung County, Taiwan Province of China, Tall Shuey Township is situated in the northeastern end of the Pingtung Plain, bordered by the Central Mountain Range in the east and Ligang Township in the west, making it an important agricultural production area in Taiwan. The township is famous for growing fruits, especially tropical fruits such as jujubes, lotus fog, and bananas, and is known as the "Township of Fruits".
Tall Shuey Township is rich in Hakka and aboriginal culture, and retains many traditional Hakka buildings and religious temples. The main attractions include the Dazu Waterfall, Taishan Stone Houses, and other natural and cultural landscapes. The water in the township comes from the Dazu River Barrage Weir, and the water quality is pure, resulting in high-quality agricultural products.
Transportation in the township is dominated by Provincial Highway Tai 22, which is about 40 minutes' drive from downtown Pingtung. With a current population of about 24,000, the township maintains a typical Taiwanese countryside style and slow pace of life.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.