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Muping District, belonging to Yantai City, Shandong Province, China, is located in the northeast of Jiaodong Peninsula, bordering the Yellow Sea in the east and Weihai in the north, and is an important node area of the Bohai Economic Circle. With a total area of about 1,511 square kilometers and a population of about 450,000, the district is dominated by low hills and coastal plains with a mild and humid climate.
Muping has a long history, known as "Muzi State" in ancient times, and was established as a county in the Qin Dynasty. It has famous scenic spots such as Yangma Island and Kunbeishan Mountain. Kun Bei Mountain is a national forest park and a Taoist shrine, while Yangma Island is famous for its seaside resorts and the legend of Qin Shi Huang's horse herding. The economy is based on marine industry, manufacturing, tourism and agriculture, with specialties such as apples and seafood, and in recent years it has focused on the development of new energy and high-end equipment manufacturing.
The transportation is convenient, about 50 kilometers from Yantai Penglai International Airport, and Muping Station is set up for the Qing Yan Wei Rong Intercity Railway. Muping is a modern coastal city in the eastern part of Yantai, which is integrated with the "blue and yellow" national strategy and promotes the synergistic development of marine economy and eco-tourism.
Igiugig is a small village in the U.S. state of Alaska, located on the western shore of Lake Iliamna in the municipality of Lake and Peninsula. The village's name is derived from a Yupik word meaning "nose-like place". According to the 2020 Census, Ike has a population of approximately 70 residents, predominantly Alaska Natives, and the community retains strong Yupik cultural traditions.
Remote and accessible only by air or boat, Ike is surrounded by pristine wilderness and abundant waterways. The village is located near the confluence of the Kokok River and Lake Erie Amner, known for its salmon runs and wildlife resources. The subarctic climate, with harsh, snowy winters and short, cool summers, makes the area a popular destination for fishing, birdwatching and outdoor adventures.
Ike's economy is based on subsistence fishing, hunting and tourism, with villagers mostly engaged in traditional fishing activities. The village has wind turbines and is committed to renewable energy development. Culturally, Ike hosts regular Yupik dance festivals and craft events, and the community center is an important place to pass on language and traditional skills. Despite its small size, Ike attracts a small number of adventure travelers with its unique Aboriginal culture and unspoiled natural landscape.