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Africa/Windhoek |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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 northern part of Nantou County, Taiwan Province of China, Puli is situated in the geographic center of Taiwan and is known as the "Heart of Taiwan". This mountainous basin of about 400-500 meters above sea level is famous for its mild climate, high-quality water and rich produce.
Puli is an important agricultural area in Taiwan, producing wild rice shoots, passion fruit, roses, and other crops, and is also famous for the Shaoxing wine produced by the Puli Distillery. The area is rich in cultural assets, including the Taiwan Geographic Center Monument, Puli paper making, butterfly crafts and other specialty industries, while preserving the culture of the Bazai and other aboriginal people.
As an important gateway to well-known scenic spots such as Sun Moon Lake and Qingjing Farm, Puli combines humanistic heritage and natural scenery, making it an important destination for exploring the characteristics of central Taiwan.