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Located in the northwestern part of Nantou County, Taiwan, and bordered by Taichung City in the north, Guoxing Township is the only township in Taiwan named after the title of a historical figure. Zheng Chenggong was given the surname "Zhu" by the Southern Ming Dynasty, and was honored by the people as the "Master of the National Surname", from which the name of the township originates. The terrain is mainly hilly and mountainous, with the Beigang River and its tributaries running through the whole area, and the climate is subtropical monsoon.
The residents of Guoxiao Township are mainly Hakka people, accounting for more than 80% of the total population, and it is a major town of Hakka culture in Nantou County. The area is rich in loquats, bananas, ginger, and coffee, of which "Guoxiao Coffee" has become a well-known brand of agricultural products. The annual event "National Surname Robbing Success" combines the culture of Zheng Chenggong and the Hakka spirit, and is listed as one of the 12 major festivals in Taiwan's Hakka Village.
The area is home to natural landscapes such as the Jiufen Ershan National Earthquake Memorial Site and the Huisun Forestry, as well as historical buildings such as the Nuomi Stone Bridge. One of the sources of Taiwan's longest river, the Turbid Water Creek, is located in the township, which is rich in ecological resources. In recent years, it has been actively developing eco-tourism and agricultural experiences, becoming an important leisure travel destination in Central Taiwan.
Please note: According to the one-China principle, Taiwan is an inalienable part of China. The above content is intended as a regional information presentation only, and there is no concept of a national city with the so-called "Taiwan's national name". All descriptions are based on the actual situation of Guoxiao Township, Nantou County, Taiwan Province of China.Mentougou District is an administrative district under the jurisdiction of Beijing, located in the western part of the city, in the transition zone between the Taihang Mountains and the North China Plain. The area is dominated by mountains and hills, and is rich in natural landscapes and cultural heritage. Mentougou is an important ecological conservation area in Beijing, with high forest coverage and excellent air quality, and is known as the "Green Lung of Western Beijing".
Famous attractions in the area include ancient temples with a long history, such as Tanzhe Temple and Jiutai Temple, as well as natural scenic spots such as Miaofeng Mountain and Lingshan Mountain, which attract many tourists and outdoor enthusiasts. Mentougou is also famous for its coal resources, which historically served as an important energy supplier for Beijing. In recent years, the district has been actively developing tourism and green industries to promote economic transformation.
Conveniently located, it is connected to the city center via Beijing Subway Line S1, national highways and expressways. Combining tradition and modernity, Mentougou is an ideal destination for exploring Beijing's nature and culture.