Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Muscat |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
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.
Salalah, the capital of the Dhofar Province in southern Oman and the second largest city in the country, is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea and is known as the "Shangri-La of the Arabian Peninsula". As an important hub of the frankincense trade in ancient times, it has been known as the "Gate of Spices" since ancient times, and is still one of the core production areas of frankincense in the world. The unique monsoon climate allows for lush greenery throughout the year, with date palms and green fruit orchards, and during the summer monsoon, the city is transformed into a summer resort, attracting tourists to experience the magic of the 'Khareef' (monsoon). The city is a blend of tradition and modernity, from the ancient ruins of Hafet and the Queen of Sheba's palace to the modern port and commercial district. During the annual Monsoon Festival in July-August, Salalah hosts a grand cultural event showcasing traditional Omani crafts and folklore, and is a window into the multiculturalism of southern Oman.