Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Kangle County is located in the south of Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, China, in the transition zone between the Loess Plateau and the Tibetan Plateau, with an average altitude of about 2,000 meters. It has a long history and was an important passage on the ancient Silk Road. It has a rich ethnic culture, dominated by Hui and Han Chinese. Kangle County has beautiful natural scenery, and the Lotus Mountain National Forest Park, famous for its unique Danxia landforms and forested landscapes, is a popular destination for eco-tourism. The local economy is mainly based on agriculture, with an abundance of Chinese herbal medicines and animal husbandry products, especially the "Kangle Cow" brand, which enjoys a high reputation. In addition, Kangle County retains intangible cultural heritages such as the traditional flower folk songs, which attract culture lovers to visit.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.