Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Manas County is located in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China, at the northern foot of Tianshan Mountain and the southern edge of Junggar Basin, which is an important node of the ancient Silk Road. The area is famous for its agriculture and mineral resources, producing cotton, grapes and high-quality jasper, and is known as the "Jasper Capital of China". Manas is rich in natural landscapes, such as wetland parks and snow-capped grasslands, and retains a diverse ethnic culture, including the traditions and customs of the Han, Kazakh and Uyghur peoples. Conveniently connected to cities such as Urumqi via the Lianhuosi Highway, it is an important part of the Northern Xinjiang Economic Belt.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.