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/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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.
Xin'an County is part of Luoyang City, Henan Province, China, located in the western part of Henan Province, with a total area of about 1,160 square kilometers. Located on the south bank of the middle reaches of the Yellow River, the county enjoys a warm temperate continental monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. As of 2020, the resident population is about 500,000, predominantly Han Chinese.
Xin'an has a long history, with human activities as early as the Neolithic Age, and is an important part of the Heluo culture. The county has national cultural relics protection units such as the Han Hangu Pass and the Thousand Tang Zhizhai, which is famous for its collection of epitaphs from the Tang Dynasty, known as the "Stone Book of the Tang Dynasty". Traditional folklore, such as Yu opera and paper-cutting, has been preserved to this day.
Xin'an's economy is dominated by industry, rich in bauxite, coal and other mineral resources, and is one of the important aluminum industry bases in China. Agriculture mainly produces wheat, corn and apples. Tourism is gradually developing due to the natural scenery of Longtan Grand Canyon and Qingyou Mountain.
Xin'an is located in the hilly and mountainous area of western Henan, with diverse terrain and the Yellow River flowing through the north. The transportation is convenient, with the Longhai Railway and Lianhuo Expressway passing through the city, and about 30 kilometers away from downtown Luoyang, which can be quickly connected to the neighboring cities by highway and railroad.