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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.
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.