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Maretimo is the westernmost island of the Aeolian Islands, part of the province of Trapani in Sicily. This volcanic island of about 12 square kilometers is known as "the last secret of the Mediterranean" for its unspoiled nature and crystal clear waters.
The highest point on the island, Montefalcone, is 686 meters above sea level and offers a spectacular view of the entire archipelago. The surrounding waters are protected by a marine reserve, rich in marine life and rare communities of red coral. The unique landscape of sea caves and cliffs makes it a paradise for divers.
Maretimo preserves the ruins of an ancient Roman villa and a 19th-century defensive fortress, and the island's traditional white houses contrast with the blue sea and sky. Ancient fishing traditions are maintained and freshly caught tuna and sea bass are specialties.
Ferries run to the island every summer from Trapani and Milazzo in Sicily. Due to strictly controlled development, there are only two small hotels on the island, which maintains a peaceful and escapist atmosphere for travelers seeking a pristine natural experience.
Shahe City, located in the south of Hebei Province, China, is a county-level city under the administration of Xingtai City, situated at the eastern foot of the Taihang Mountains and the hinterland of the North China Plain. It has a total area of 999 square kilometers and a population of about 500,000 people. As a traditional industrial city, Shahe is famous for its glass manufacturing, known as "China Glass City", and its glass production accounts for a quarter of the national total. Agriculture is rich in wheat, corn and jujube. The transportation is convenient, with the Beijing-Guangzhou Railway and the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway running through the city, and the Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport is only 100 kilometers away. Famous attractions include the Putuo Temple of the Song Dynasty, the Plum Blossom Pavilion of the Ming Dynasty and the North Wudang Mountain, combining historical culture and natural landscape. In recent years, it is actively promoting industrial upgrading and ecological construction.