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Located in the south-central part of China's Hubei Province, Jingzhou is an important city in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River and a national historical and cultural city. The city has a total area of 14,100 square kilometers, with a resident population of about 5 million, and is now under the jurisdiction of Jingzhou District, Shashu City District and other eight counties and municipalities.
With a history of more than 3,000 years, Jingzhou is the birthplace of Chu culture and the cultural center of the Three Kingdoms. There are national key cultural relics protection units such as the ancient city wall of Jingzhou and the ruins of Ji'nan City of Chu, and the unearthed ancient corpses of the Western Han Dynasty and the sword of King Goujian of Yue are world-famous.
Jingzhou has now formed the pillar industries of auto parts, agricultural products processing, textile and garment, and biomedicine. As an important grain, cotton and oil production base in the Jianghan Plain, the output of rice and rapeseed is among the highest in Hubei Province, and it is known as "the land of fish and rice".
Jingzhou is situated on the golden waterway of the Yangtze River, where the Hurong Expressway and Erguang Expressway intersect. Major attractions include Jingzhou Museum, Guan Yu Shrine, Zhanghua Temple, etc., which attract a large number of tourists every year to experience the charm of Chu culture and the history of the Three Kingdoms.
Pendleton is a historic town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States, located in the northwestern part of the state, about 30 miles from the city of Greenville. The town is known for its well-preserved 19th century architecture and deep cultural heritage.
Founded in 1790, Pendleton is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina. The town center is home to more than 50 historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Pendleton Borough Historical Museum, built in 1826. The town is also known for the Pendleton Farmstead National Historic Landmark, which showcases a unique look at an early farming community.
Each spring, Pendleton hosts the famous Pendleton Spring Festival, which attracts a large number of visitors who come to experience traditional crafts, music and food. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and is close to the Savannah River and the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts to hike and fish.
Pendleton's economy is dominated by tourism and small businesses, while its proximity to Clemson University benefits from the radiation of educational resources. Its tranquil atmosphere and rich historical heritage make it a highly sought-after residential and tourist destination in the Upcountry region of South Carolina.