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Asia/Seoul |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
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 |
The Geumgang is an important river in South Korea, rather than a country or city. It originates in Jangsu-gun, Jeollabuk-do, and flows through a number of districts before eventually emptying into the Yellow Sea, with a total length of about 401 kilometers. Covering Chungcheongnam-do and Jeollabuk-do, the Gum River basin is known for its rich agricultural and ecological resources. Cities along the river such as Gongju and Buyeo are rich in historical and cultural heritage, such as the remains of the Baekje period, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The river also supports fisheries and tourism and is an important part of Korea's natural and humanistic landscape.
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.