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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Europe/Rome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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UTC+2 |
Menghai County is located in the southwestern part of Yunnan Province, belonging to Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, connected to Pu'er City in the north and Myanmar in the south, and is the only ecological oasis on the Tropic of Cancer. It is the only ecological oasis on the Tropic of Cancer. It is known as the "Home of Pu'er Tea", with eight ancient tea mountains, including Brown Mountain, Nannuo Mountain and Menghai Sung Mountain, which gave birth to top-quality Pu'er teas such as Laobanzhang and Iceland (Menghai's production area), and the tea culture is profound, with the hoofprints of the Tea and Horse Trail still remaining to this day. With over 70% forest coverage, Menghai Tea National Park, Napa Sea Wetland and other natural wonders, as well as the ethnic customs of the Brown and Hani ethnic groups, the traditional tea-making techniques and folk culture are intertwined. Menghai combines the warmth of the tropical rainforest climate with the spirit of the plateau, making it a secret destination for tea culture explorers and nature lovers.
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.