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Africa/Sao_Tome |
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UTC+0 |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in west-central Africa, consisting of the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe and the surrounding islets, with the capital, São Tomé, located in the northeastern part of São Tomé. Located on the Gulf of Guinea, about 200 kilometers from the African continent, the country was colonized by Portugal in the 15th century and became independent in 1975, with Portuguese as the official language and an economy based on agriculture (cocoa, palm oil) and tourism. It should be noted that "Java" is not a city or region of the country; Java is the main island of Indonesia, with cities such as Jakarta and Surabaya, and has nothing to do with São Tomé and Príncipe, possibly due to a confusion of names.
Located in the Yuwantai District of Kaifeng City, Henan Province, China, Yuwantai is one of the important historical and cultural landmarks in Kaifeng City. Originally known as the Ancient Blowing Platform, it is said to be the place where musician Shi Kuang played music during the Spring and Autumn Period, and was later renamed Yuwangtai to commemorate the achievements of Dayu in ruling the water. The scenic spot contains ancient buildings such as Yuwang Temple and Sanxian Ancestral Shrine, combining garden landscape and humanistic relics, and is a famous tourist attraction in the Central Plains.
Yuwangtai is located in the southeastern part of Kaifeng City, with convenient transportation, which can be reached by high-speed railways, highways and other means. The surrounding area is adjacent to famous attractions such as Kaifeng Mansion and Qingming Shangheyuan, forming a rich cultural tourism route.
As a cultural relics protection unit of Henan Province, Yuwangtai carries the culture of Xia Yu, ancient music culture and human history since Song and Yuan. The annual Yuwangtai Temple Festival held on the third day of the third month of the lunar calendar is an important showcase for local traditional folk activities.
The scenic spot is characterized by a classical garden layout, with ancient cypresses and monuments standing in the garden, combining historical education and leisure tour functions. It is recommended to visit for 1-2 hours, suitable for all seasons, with the best climate in spring and fall.