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Africa/Windhoek |
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UTC+8 |
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Located in the Omusati Region of northern Namibia, near the Angolan border, Ombalantu is a cultural town famous for its traditional wooden longhouses. The iconic Ombalantu Big Tree House, a 28-meter-high structure made of African acacia wood, dates back to the 19th century and is an important cultural heritage site for the local Ovambo people as it once served as a place of residence, council and ceremony. Today, the Big Tree House has been transformed into a small museum displaying traditional handicrafts, farming tools and folklore history, offering visitors a glimpse into the traditional way of life in northern Namibia. Surrounded by lush vegetation and nourished by seasonal rivers, the town's inhabitants still practice the ancient skills of millet cultivation and hand weaving. As an important point on Namibia's "cultural journey", Ombalantu is an ideal destination to experience the original African culture with its unique wooden house architecture and simple folklore.
Located in the southern part of Shaanxi Province, China, Ningxia County is part of Ankang City and is situated at the southern foot of the Qinling Mountains, a county-level administrative region known for its natural ecology and mountainous landscapes. With a total area of 3,678 square kilometers and a population of about 70,000, the county is known for its rich forest cover and biodiversity, and is regarded as a "natural oxygen bar" and an important part of the Qinling ecological barrier.
Ningxia County has a number of nature reserves and national forest parks, such as Tianhuashan National Nature Reserve, which is suitable for hiking, bird-watching and eco-tourism. It has a mild climate with four distinct seasons and cool summers, making it a summer vacation spot. Agriculture and forestry are the mainstays of the region, and specialties include walnuts, honey and Chinese herbs.
Ningshan County has a long history and deep culture, incorporating local traditions from the Qinba Mountain area. Conveniently connected to Xi'an and Sichuan via National Highway 210 and the Xi'an-Han Highway, it is suitable for self-driving tours and in-depth nature exploration.