Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Minhou County is located in the eastern part of Fujian Province, on the lower reaches of the Min River, and is the southern gateway to Fuzhou, the capital of the province, and is known as "the first town of the eight Fujian provinces". As the core area of Fuzhou New District, it enjoys a convenient transportation network and is close to the main city of Fuzhou, sharing the dividends of urban development. It is rich in history, with the Tanshishan Ruins in its territory being an important remnant of Neolithic culture, known as the "Origin of Fujian Civilization", and witnessing the wisdom of the Minyue forefathers. There are many humanities here, nurturing Yan Fu, Lin Zexu and other historical celebrities, the cultural heritage of Min Du is rich. The specialty industries are distinctive, "China's olive township", "China's root art township" reputation far and wide, olive, root carving and other products are famous throughout the country. At the same time, Qishan National Forest Park, eighteen streams and other natural landscapes intertwined, ecological environment is superior, is suitable for living and working in the ecological blessings, is "water city forest" blend of unique charm, attracting guests from all directions.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.