Time Zone |
America/Toronto |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
Time Zone |
Europe/Zagreb |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
Markham is located in the southern part of Ontario, Canada, and is an important part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), bordered by Richmond Hill to the north and the City of Toronto to the south. As the center of Canada's high-tech industry, Markham is known as the "High-Tech Capital of Canada", with more than 1,500 technology companies such as IBM, AMD, Huawei and other headquarters or R & D centers.
Markham has a population of approximately 350,000, of which more than 40% are Chinese, making it one of the cities with the highest percentage of Chinese in North America. The city has a strong multicultural atmosphere, and the annual Markham Asian Cultural and Food Festival is the largest Asian cultural event in North America. The downtown area has an Asian flavor with shopping districts such as Pacific Place and Markham Plaza.
Markham has a vibrant economy, with a well-established manufacturing and financial services sector in addition to leading technology industries. Urban planning emphasizes green ecology, with a large number of parks and nature preserves preserved. High-quality school districts, excellent community facilities and a low crime rate have made it one of Canada's most livable cities for many years.
Markham is conveniently located with Highway 407 and GO Intercity Railway running through the city and 30 minutes to downtown Toronto. Its proximity to Toronto's Pearson International Airport makes it an important gateway to the Canadian market for international businesses.
Zagreb is the capital and largest city of Croatia, located in the northwestern part of the country on the banks of the Sava River and at the foot of the Medvednica Mountains. As a political, economic and cultural center, Zagreb has a population of nearly 800,000 and dates back to the 11th century, blending medieval architecture with modern urbanity.
The city is divided into an Upper Town and a Lower Town: the Upper Town is famous for its historical landmarks such as St. Mark's Church and the Lotščak Tower, while the Lower Town is home to the Central Square, museums, and shopping areas. Zagreb is known for its rich cultural offerings, such as the International Animation Film Festival and the Christmas Market, and boasts numerous parks and café culture.
Zagreb is Croatia's industrial, technological and transportation hub, with an economy dominated by services, manufacturing and tourism. The city has a soothing pace of life, is safe to live in and has four distinct seasons, making it a suitable starting point for exploring Croatia's natural beauty such as the Plitvice Lakes group of parks.