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Jialing District is located in Nanchong City, Sichuan Province, in the northeastern part of the Sichuan Basin and the middle reaches of the Jialing River, and is named for its proximity to the Jialing River. As one of the main urban areas of Nanchong, Jialing District has been an important land and water port and material distribution center in Northeast Sichuan since ancient times, with the Jialing River meandering through its territory, which has nurtured a profound farming civilization and the cultural heritage of Ba Shu. Here the climate is mild, rich in produce, is an important food, hogs, sericulture production base in Sichuan, especially Nanchong silk is famous, "China's Silk" reputation and this land is closely linked. In recent years, Jialing District, relying on the ecological resources of the Jialing River, vigorously develop the cultural and tourism industry, the integration of the Three Kingdoms culture, red culture and folk customs, and become an important window to show the charm of Nanchong city. Convenient transportation network and livable ecological environment make this thousand-year old town come to life in the new era.
Igiugig is a small village in the U.S. state of Alaska, located on the western shore of Lake Iliamna in the municipality of Lake and Peninsula. The village's name is derived from a Yupik word meaning "nose-like place". According to the 2020 Census, Ike has a population of approximately 70 residents, predominantly Alaska Natives, and the community retains strong Yupik cultural traditions.
Remote and accessible only by air or boat, Ike is surrounded by pristine wilderness and abundant waterways. The village is located near the confluence of the Kokok River and Lake Erie Amner, known for its salmon runs and wildlife resources. The subarctic climate, with harsh, snowy winters and short, cool summers, makes the area a popular destination for fishing, birdwatching and outdoor adventures.
Ike's economy is based on subsistence fishing, hunting and tourism, with villagers mostly engaged in traditional fishing activities. The village has wind turbines and is committed to renewable energy development. Culturally, Ike hosts regular Yupik dance festivals and craft events, and the community center is an important place to pass on language and traditional skills. Despite its small size, Ike attracts a small number of adventure travelers with its unique Aboriginal culture and unspoiled natural landscape.