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Located in the northeastern part of Kaohsiung City, Taiwan Province of China, Maolin District is a famous aboriginal Rukai settlement. The area is famous for its purple-spotted butterfly ecology, hot spring resources and natural landscapes, attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists annually. The Maolin Scenic Area is classified as the Maolin National Scenic Area, covering unique geological landscapes such as Dona Hot Springs, Longtou Mountain and Snakehead Mountain.
Maolin has a large-scale wintering valley for purple butterflies, which is rare in the world, and more than one million purple butterflies can be seen migrating in winter every year. The Rukai tribe has preserved their stone houses and cultural ceremonies, such as the Black Rice Festival, etc. The main attractions include the Lover's Valley Waterfall and the Duoji Mountain. Major attractions include the Lover's Valley Waterfall, Donaghao Suspension Bridge, and the natural wonders of the Turboguchi River Basin, making it an important destination for eco-tourism and cultural heritage experiences.
The area belongs to the southern section of the Central Mountain Range, with an elevation between 200-1600 meters. It takes about 1.5 hours to drive from Kaohsiung downtown to Maolin, and public transportation is available on the Kaohsiung Bus to Maolin route. The recommended season for visiting the area is from November to March each year, where you can watch the purple-spotted butterflies gather and experience the hot spring season activities.
Covington is the county seat of Tipton County in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and is located in the northeastern part of the Memphis metropolitan area, about 40 miles from Memphis. Founded in 1826 to honor war hero General Leonard Covington, the city has a population of about 9,000. Carvington is characterized by a peaceful community atmosphere, historic buildings, and an agricultural economy, while boasting convenient transportation connections near Interstate 40.
The local economy is dominated by manufacturing, agriculture, and retail, and notable companies include the Michelin tire plant. The city retains several 19th century buildings, such as the Tipton County Courthouse, and hosts an annual fall festival. Natural recreational areas such as tributaries of the Mississippi River and nearby state parks provide residents with opportunities for outdoor activities, and the overall blend of southern heritage and modern development.