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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the central part of Taitung County, Taiwan Province of China, Luye Township is situated in the longitudinal valley between the Central Mountain Range and the Coastal Mountain Range, and is a famous agricultural township and natural sightseeing spot in Dongtai. It is known as "Taiwan's Paragliding Paradise" for its open terrain and the largest high platform terrain in Taiwan, where you can overlook the green tea plantations, the meandering Peinan Creek and the Pacific Ocean in the distance. The area is famous for its high-quality black tea, and Deerfield Black Tea has a mellow aroma, making it a must-visit for tea lovers. In addition, the town retains a rich aboriginal culture, with the traditional customs and festivals of the Amis and Peinan tribes adding a unique humanistic charm to the town. Combining breathtaking mountain scenery, idyllic scenery and aboriginal culture, Luye is an ideal destination for experiencing the slow life of Dongtai.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.