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Located in the southeastern part of Gansu Province in China, Maizi District is a municipal district under the jurisdiction of Tianshui City, situated at the northern foot of the western section of the Qinling Mountains and at the middle and upper reaches of the Wei River. As the eastern gateway to Gansu Province, Maiji District has a total area of 3,482 square kilometers and a population of about 600,000 people. The district is named after the famous Maiji Mountain Grottoes, a World Heritage Site known as the "Oriental Sculpture Gallery", and one of the four major grottoes in China along with the Longmen Grottoes and Yungang Grottoes. 194 grotto niches and more than 7,200 clay and stone sculptures were preserved from the post-Qin Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, which demonstrates the outstanding value of Buddhist art.
Maiji District has a temperate semi-humid climate with four distinct seasons and a forest coverage of over 65%, with natural landscapes such as the Xiaolongshan National Forest Park. The Wei River passes through the area, forming a unique river valley geomorphology, producing agricultural products such as apples and walnuts, and is one of the important fruit and vegetable production bases in Northwest China.
As the transportation hub of south-east Longdong, Maiji District is situated at Tianshui Railway Station and Tianshui South Station of Baolan High-speed Railway, with Lianhuo Expressway running through the whole territory. The economy is led by tourism, supplemented by equipment manufacturing, modern agriculture and other industries. In recent years, the district has focused on the development of cultural and ecological tourism, and receives more than ten million tourists annually.
In addition to the Maiji Mountain Grottoes, there are other scenic spots in the area, such as Xianren Cliff and Shimenshan Mountain, forming a tourism system integrating the art of grottoes, natural scenery and the culture of the ancient battlefield of the Three Kingdoms. The area retains traditional folklore such as Qinqiang and social fires, and special snacks such as Tianshui Quack and Battered Surface show the rich Longshang flavor.
Deva is the capital of Hunedoara County in western Romania, located on the banks of the river Mureş, with a population of about 60,000 people. The city is famous for the hilltop Deva Castle, a 13th-century fortress perched on a volcanic cone that offers panoramic views and symbolizes the history of the region. The economy of Dva is based on industry and services, and it is also a transportation hub, connecting it to the Carpathian region.
Dva has a long history, first recorded in 1269, and was once a fortress of the Kingdom of Hungary. The city retains medieval buildings such as the castle and the Church of the Holy Cross. Culturally, Deva has museums, theaters, and is close to the ruins of the Dacian civilization, reflecting Romania's diverse heritage. The city is known for its mild continental climate with four distinct seasons, making it suitable for tourism.
Deva is a natural gateway for exploring the Carpathian Mountains, with the nearby Retezat National Park for hiking and eco-tourism. The city life is peaceful and has a good infrastructure, offering educational and medical resources. As an important regional center of Romania, Deva blends history and modernity, attracting visitors to experience its unique charm.