Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Ningming County, belonging to Chongzuo City of Guangxi, is located at the border between China and Vietnam, and is famous as the "Hometown of Chinese Octagon" and the core area of Huashan Rock Painting Culture. The world cultural heritage of Huashan rock paintings, the mysterious and unique ochre-red cliff paintings of more than 2,000 years ago, show the spiritual world of the Luo and Yue forefathers. The scenery along the Mingjiang River is exquisite, the border is rich in flavor, the Zhuang culture is profound, and the Song Wei Festival on the third day of the third month of the lunar calendar is bustling with activity every year. As an important county along the border, Ningming has a thriving border trade and produces specialty agricultural products such as star anise and cinnamon, and is one of the gateways connecting China and ASEAN, combining natural scenery, history and culture with border vitality.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.