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Libo County is located in the south of Guizhou Province Qiannan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, located in the transition zone from Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau to Guangxi Hills, and is the first karst scenic spot listed in the World Natural Heritage List, which is known as "the emerald on the belt of the earth". It has the core landscapes of Xiaoqikong Scenic Spot and Maolan National Nature Reserve, integrating mountains, water, forests, caves, waterfalls, lakes and rocks, with karst forest coverage of over 90% and high concentration of negative oxygen ions, which makes it a resort for eco-tourism and summer vacation. Xiaoqikong Ancient Bridge, Laya Waterfall, 68-stage waterfalls and other attractions show the natural wonders, while Maolan preserves the complete original karst forest ecosystem, rich in biodiversity, and at the same time integrates the culture of the Buyi, Shui and other ethnic minorities to form a unique "landscape and humanities" scroll, attracting tourists from all over the world to explore the natural beauty and ethnic flavors. Ethnic customs.
Beidou Township is located in the southeastern part of Changhua County, Taiwan Province of China, and is an important historical town in the Changhua Plain. Formerly known as "Baodou", it was once one of the most important commercial distribution centers in central Taiwan during the Qing Dynasty, along with Lugang and Monga. The town has many century-old temples, including the Beidou Dienan Palace, which is a Grade III monument and retains its exquisite architectural craftsmanship. Local specialties include traditional snacks such as Beidou Pork Dumplings and Gorgonzola Rice, demonstrating the strong food culture of Southern Fujian. Some of the old streets and houses are still preserved today, witnessing the town's history of development.
Beidou Township is located in the center of Changhua Plain, bordered by Tanzhong Township to the east and Pitou Township to the west, with a well-developed transportation network. It is connected to the Zhongshan Expressway and the Taiwan High Speed Railway via County Highways 150 and 152, and is about 20 minutes' drive from downtown Changhua. The tributaries of the Turbid Water Creek run through the territory, forming a fertile alluvial plain, and the main industries are agriculture and food processing.
Beidou Township retains a rich traditional cultural heritage and organizes a number of folklore events every year. The red-brick market complex presents the commercial architectural features of the Japanese colonial period, and the town office actively promotes the preservation of cultural assets. Tourists are advised to visit Beidou Old Street, Dienan Palace, and the Local Culture Hall, and to taste the authentic Beidou Pork Dumpling, Bowl Kuey Teow, and other specialty snacks.