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Pendleton is a historic town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States, located in the northwestern part of the state, about 30 miles from the city of Greenville. The town is known for its well-preserved 19th century architecture and deep cultural heritage.
Founded in 1790, Pendleton is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina. The town center is home to more than 50 historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Pendleton Borough Historical Museum, built in 1826. The town is also known for the Pendleton Farmstead National Historic Landmark, which showcases a unique look at an early farming community.
Each spring, Pendleton hosts the famous Pendleton Spring Festival, which attracts a large number of visitors who come to experience traditional crafts, music and food. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and is close to the Savannah River and the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts to hike and fish.
Pendleton's economy is dominated by tourism and small businesses, while its proximity to Clemson University benefits from the radiation of educational resources. Its tranquil atmosphere and rich historical heritage make it a highly sought-after residential and tourist destination in the Upcountry region of South Carolina.
Located in the northern part of Guangdong Province, China, Liyuan Yao Autonomous County is part of Shaoguan City, and is one of the three minority autonomous counties in Guangdong Province. Located at the southern foot of the Nanling Mountain Range, it covers a total area of 2,299 square kilometers, with mountainous and hilly terrain, and more than 80% of the area is covered by forests, which makes it blessed with unique ecological resources.
Liyuan is inhabited by the Yao people, preserving the complete Yao culture and traditional customs, and organizing ethnic festivals such as the "October Dynasty" every year. There are famous scenic spots such as Guangdong Grand Canyon, Nanshui Lake National Wetland Park and Yunmen Mountain Buddhist Culture and Ecological Tourism Area, among which Guangdong Grand Canyon is known as "the most beautiful canyon in South China", which is a paradise for hiking and photography enthusiasts.
Luyuan has ecological agriculture and tourism as its pillar industries, producing tea, bamboo shoots and other agricultural products. Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway, Leguang Expressway runs through the whole territory, about 40 minutes drive from Shaoguan high-speed rail station, the transportation is convenient. In recent years, the development of green economy, was awarded the title of "National Ecological Civilization Construction Demonstration County".