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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America/Belize |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Ninghai County is located in the east coast of Zhejiang Province, China, under Ningbo City, and is situated in the south wing of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Circle. The county is known for its "beautiful ecology with mountains and sea", and has national 4A-level tourist attractions such as Qiantong Ancient Town and Wushan Grottoes, as well as natural landscapes such as Nanxi Hot Springs. Ninghai is the starting place of Xu Xiake's travels, and holds the "China Xu Xiake Open Travel Festival" every year to promote tourism culture. Economically, Ninghai is supported by mold, stationery, auto parts and other industries, while actively developing new energy and eco-agriculture. Ninghai is conveniently located about 50 kilometers from downtown Ningbo, and is efficiently connected to major cities in the Yangtze River Delta by highways and railroads.
Monkey River, Belize is a tranquil village on the Caribbean coast of southern Belize, located about 100 kilometers south of Belize City, nestled at the mouth of the river of the same name. Known for its pristine ecology and wildlife experience, this place is a hidden gem of Belize ecotourism. Visitors can take a boat ride up the Monkey River to get a close-up view of black mamba monkeys inhabiting the mangrove forests, a variety of tropical birds such as hummingbirds and toucans, and even have a chance to catch a glimpse of caimans and American crocodiles. The banks of the river are covered in dense rainforest, and exploring on foot reveals a wealth of plant species and exotic insects. Although small, the village retains traditional Belizean Caribbean culture, with friendly locals sharing stories of fishing village life and crafts. Monkey River is also surrounded by coral reefs and islands that are ideal for combining with snorkeling or sea fishing trips, making it an ideal destination for getting closer to nature and experiencing the slow life.