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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Asia/Taipei |
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UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture is located in the northwestern part of China's Yunnan Province, adjacent to Myanmar, in the heart of the Hengduan Mountains, and is famous for the Grand Canyon of the Nujiang River. It is an important protected area for biodiversity and ethnic culture in China, with several natural wonders such as the Gaoligong Mountain World Biosphere Reserve and the Dulong River.
The state is predominantly inhabited by Lisu, a multi-ethnic group, and retains unique folklore such as primitive religion and the Knife Pole Festival. The economy is dominated by agriculture and eco-tourism, with trekking adventure and ethnic culture experience as the core tourism highlights. Transportation is gradually improving, with great potential for the future.
Beigang, located in the northwest of Chiayi County, Taiwan Province of China, with the Taiwan Strait to its west, is an important historical and cultural town and religious shrine in Taiwan. Named after the Beigang River, Beigang was once one of the four major commercial ports in Taiwan during the Qing Dynasty, and is now known as the birthplace of A-Ma culture. The Chaotian Palace in the town was built in the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty and enshrines the statue of A-Ma. Every year during the Lunar New Year and A-Ma's birthday, it attracts millions of pilgrims, making it one of the most influential A-Ma temples in Taiwan. Beigang not only has a strong religious atmosphere, but is also known for its traditional snacks, such as beef tongue cake, noodle thread paste, sweet kuey teow and other local delicacies, which allow visitors to savor Taiwan's ancient taste in a culturally inspired way. Conveniently accessible by high-speed rail to Chiayi Station and then transferring to passenger transportation, Beigang is a must-visit place to experience Taiwan's folklore.