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Liandu District is the political, economic and cultural center of Lishui City, Zhejiang Province, located in the hinterland of southwestern Zhejiang Province and the middle reaches of the Ou River. As a national ecological demonstration area, here the forest coverage rate of over 80%, air quality perennial ranked in the country's top ten, known as "Zhejiang Green Valley" core area.
With a total area of 1,502 square kilometers, it has 6 streets, 4 towns and 4 townships under its jurisdiction, with a resident population of about 460,000 people. There are 4A-level scenic spots such as Guyan Painting Township and East and West Rocks, among which Tongji Weir is the first batch of irrigation engineering heritage in the world. Liandu loquat and Cizhou white lotus are famous for their specialties, and the "Liandu Harvest Festival" is held every year to show the unique culture of the She ethnic group.
As an important ecological barrier in the Yangtze River Delta region, Liandu is vigorously developing eco-tourism, health care and other green industries, and after the opening of the Hangzhou-Quzhou high-speed railroad has been integrated into the 90-minute transportation circle of Hangzhou, which is a high-profile ecological livable city in the Yangtze River Delta region.
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.