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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in southeastern Shandong Province, China, Junan County is part of the city of Linyi and is situated at the junction of Lu and Suzhou, with a total area of 1,752 square kilometers. It has a temperate monsoon climate with four distinct seasons and a beautiful natural environment, and is known as the "Southern Gate of Shandong". The economy is based on agriculture, with peanuts, chestnuts and other agricultural products in abundance, while industry and tourism are growing steadily.
With a long history and culture, Junan is one of the most important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, and is home to a number of historical sites and red tourist attractions, such as the former site of the Shandong Provincial Government and the former headquarters of the 115th Division of the Eighth Route Army. The local transportation is conveniently located near a number of highways and railroads, making it easy to connect to major cities in and out of Shandong Province. The population is predominantly Han Chinese, and the dialect is Shandong, with traditional and rich cultural practices.
Located in the central part of China's Yunnan Province, Eshan Yi Autonomous County is the first Yi Autonomous County in Yunnan Province and belongs to Yuxi City. With a total area of 1,972 square kilometers and a population of about 150,000, the Yi ethnic group accounts for more than half of the total population, making it an important birthplace and gathering area of Yi culture in China.
The landscape of Eshan is predominantly mountainous, with rich forest resources and a mild climate with an average annual temperature of 16°C. There are natural landscapes in the area, such as the Gaoxiang 10,000-acre Ecological Tea Mountain and the Jinping Mountain Scenic Area. The Yi Torch Festival is listed as a national intangible cultural heritage, and a grand celebration is held on the 24th day of the 6th lunar month every year, attracting many tourists.
Eshan is mainly an agricultural area, producing roasted tobacco, tea, rape and other crops, while developing tourism and special cultural industries. The transportation is convenient, about 120 kilometers away from Kunming City, which can be reached directly through the highway. The unique Yi ethnic flavor, traditional villages and eco-tourism make it an important cultural destination in central Yunnan.