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 |
Europe/Malta |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
Manzhouli is located in the western part of Hulunbeier City in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, bordering Russia to the north. As an important node of the China-Russia-Mongolia Economic Corridor, Manzhouli is responsible for more than 65% of China-Russia trade overland transportation. The city is full of exotic flavor, Russian architecture and Mongolian culture, known as the "Window on East Asia".
Manzhouli has famous attractions such as the State Gate Scenic Spot, Trojan Square and Mammoth Park, of which the fifth generation State Gate is the landmark of the China-Russia border. The city organizes the China-Russia-Mongolia International Tourism Festival every year, blending the cultural characteristics of the three countries. Local specialties include Russian lebas, roasted lamb shanks and milk tea, and Russian goods can be purchased at the Border Mutual Trade Zone.
Manzhouli has convenient transportation, with international air and railroad ports and direct flights from Beijing and Hohhot. As a national key development and opening-up pilot zone identified by the State Council, Manzhouli plays a key role in connecting the Eurasian Continental Bridge in the "One Belt, One Road" initiative, and its main trade commodities include energy, timber and machinery equipment.
Valletta, the capital of the Republic of Malta, is located on the eastern coast of the island and is Europe's smallest capital city and a UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site. Founded in 1566 by the Knights of St. John to defend the city against the Ottoman Empire and named after Grand Master Jean de Valle, the city still retains an intact complex of baroque fortifications, such as the majestic city gates, St. John's Cathedral and the Grand Master's Palace. Strolling along the stone paths of Valletta, it is as if you are traveling back in time to experience the splendor of the Knights' era and the romantic flavor of the Mediterranean. As the political and cultural center of Malta, Valletta not only carries a deep historical heritage, but also attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique architectural style and pleasant climate, making it a must-visit place to explore Malta's history and culture.