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Jiayuguan Pass, located in the northwestern part of Gansu Province in China, is the western starting point of the Great Wall of China during the Ming Dynasty, and is known as "the most majestic pass in the world". This historic pass was built in 1372, and as the main traffic hub and military fort on the ancient Silk Road, it has witnessed the important history of the exchange of civilizations between the East and the West and the defense of the frontier.
Jiayuguan Pass City consists of Inner City, Outer City, Luo City and Urn City, with exquisite architectural craftsmanship and perfect defense system. The well-preserved facilities such as archery towers, enemy towers and gates show the wisdom of ancient military architecture, which was listed in the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units in 1961, and as an important part of the Great Wall, it was inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1987.
Tourists can visit the Jiayuguan Great Wall Museum, the Hanging Wall, the First Pier of the Great Wall and other attractions, and experience the northwest grandeur of "The Desert is Lonely and Smoke is Straight, and the Long River is Full of Sunset". The surrounding Qilian Mountains, snow-capped mountains and Gobi Desert are intertwined with unique landforms, forming a very powerful natural picture scroll. Local specialties such as roasted whole sheep, donkey meat and yellow noodles are also popular among tourists.
As a prefecture-level city in Gansu Province, Jiayuguan has now developed into an emerging industrial tourism city. With Jiayuguan Airport and Lanxin high-speed railway station, the transportation is convenient. Annual events such as the International Triathlon and the Great Wall Culture and Tourism Festival continue to promote the integration and innovation of this ancient city with modern civilization.
Moroni, Comoros is the capital and largest city of the Union of Comoros, located in the western part of the Indian Ocean on the west coast of the island of Grand Comoros. As the political, economic and cultural center of the country, Moroni is known for its unique volcanic landscape, tropical climate and rich Swahili-Arab cultural heritage. The city has a population of about 60,000, with Islam as the main religion and French and Comorian as the official languages.
Backed by the active volcano Mount Kartala and enjoying a magnificent view of the bay, Moroni has a tropical maritime climate that is warm and humid all year round. The area is rich in natural resources, surrounded by dense vegetation and coral reefs, making it suitable for eco-tourism and diving activities.
The economy is based on agriculture and fishing, with the export of vanilla, cloves and other spices being an important pillar. Moroni retains an exotic atmosphere with old mosques and traditional markets such as the Volo Volo market. The city's architecture is a blend of Arab and African styles, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the history and natural beauty of the Comoros.