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Marmaduke is a small city in northeastern Greene County, Arkansas, United States, located about 130 kilometers northwest of the state capital, Little Rock. Named after John Marmaduke, a Confederate general during the Civil War, the city was officially incorporated in 1883 and has a population of about 1,300 (2020 data), making it a typical rural south-central American town.
Marmaduke is located in the Mississippi Alluvial Plain, and the surrounding area is dominated by agriculture and forestry, with the economy relying on soybean and cotton farming and wood processing. The city covers an area of approximately 3.9 square kilometers and relies on interstate highways US-49 and US-67 for transportation, with the nearest major city being Jonesboro (approximately 40 kilometers away).
The city is known for its close-knit community atmosphere, with Marmaduke Elementary and Middle Schools, and major public amenities including city parks, fire stations, and community centers. The annual Greene County Fair attracts neighborhood residents and reflects traditional southern country culture. The city's name is internationally recognized due to the spread of the movie Marmaduke (2010).
Visitors can explore the historic downtown complex and surrounding natural landscapes such as Crowley's Ridge State Park. Marmaduke, an iconic town in the Arkansas Delta region, lends itself to experiencing the serenity of rural American life and history.
Pinglu District, part of Shuozhou City, Shanxi Province, China, is located on the Loess Plateau in northern Jin, with a long history and deep cultural heritage. As an important energy base in Shanxi Province, Pinglu is known for its rich coal resources, which support the local economy and energy industry. The region boasts historical sites such as the Great Wall Ruins, reflecting an ancient military defense system, as well as unique folk cultures such as traditional Jin opera and festivals. Pinglu has a temperate continental climate with four distinct seasons, and agriculture is dominated by the cultivation of miscellaneous grains. In recent years, Pinglu has become a vibrant region in northern Jin as it actively promotes tourism and sustainable development while maintaining traditional industries.