Time Zone |
Africa/Asmara |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Hovd |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+7 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, is located on the country's central plateau at an altitude of about 2,350 meters and has a pleasant climate that has been described as the "Italy of Africa". The city is a blend of Italian colonial architecture and local culture, with a large number of well-preserved modernist buildings, including futuristic churches, Art Deco theaters, and colorful homes. An example of early 20th century urban planning, its historic center was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Asmara is not only a political and economic hub, but is also known for its unique cultural scene and laid-back pace of life, and is a window to explore Eritrea's history and diverse civilizations.
Located in the south-central part of Mongolia, Tolgoi is a small town under the jurisdiction of Töv Province, located in the hinterland of the Mongolian Plateau about 200 kilometers away from the capital city of Ulaanbaatar. The traditional nomadic culture is the core of this area, and animal husbandry is the mainstay of the economy, with most of the inhabitants engaged in cattle and sheep breeding and processing of livestock products. The grassland around Tolgoi is vast, with abundant water and grass in summer, which is a typical nomadic living area, while the winter is cold and dry. The local community has retained traditional Mongolian customs, such as the annual "Naadam" conference, including horse racing, wrestling and other folk activities, attracting the participation of neighboring herdsmen. As a node connecting the pasture area with the town, there is a small market in the town where livestock products and handicrafts are traded. Though small in scale, it shows the unique charm of the Mongolian nomadic culture, and is an ideal place for experiencing the life on the grassland.