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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Asia/Baku |
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UTC+4 |
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Pingding County is part of Yangquan City, Shanxi Province, China, and is located in the Taihang Mountains in eastern Shanxi Province, with a total area of 1,394 square kilometers. As an important gateway to eastern Jin, Pingding is connected to Yu County in the north, Xiyang in the south, and Jingfu County in Hebei Province in the east, and has been a major transportation hub connecting Jin and Hebei provinces since ancient times.
Pingding has a long history, as early as in the Qin and Han Dynasties, the county has been set up, so far there have been more than 2,200 years of establishment history. It is the ancestral home of Wang Wei, a famous poet of the Tang Dynasty, and there are national key cultural relics protection units such as the Great Wall of Gu Guan and Niangziguan, of which Niangziguan is known as the "Ninth Pass in the World".
Pingding County is rich in mineral resources, coal reserves of 2.6 billion tons, is an important coal production base in Shanxi. In recent years, Pingding County has been actively developing ceramics, calcium-based new materials and other industries, as well as utilizing the natural scenery of the Taihang Mountains and red tourism resources to vigorously develop the eco-tourism industry.
Pingding retains a rich folk culture, such as Yazhou Drums, Wu Yazhou Drums and other traditional performing arts are listed in the national intangible cultural heritage. Pingding Sandware is the most famous specialty product, with a history of more than 1,300 years, and a reputation as the "best sandware in the world".
Kuba is a city in northeastern Azerbaijan, located at the foot of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, about 168 kilometers from the capital city of Baku. It is the administrative center of the district of Quba and is known for its rich history, culture and natural beauty. Founded in the 15th century, the city was once the capital of the Kuba Khanate and retains many traditional buildings and monuments.
Kuba has a rich history and is particularly known for its carpet making and handicrafts, and is an important source of traditional Azerbaijani carpets. The city is home to many historical monuments, such as ancient mosques and castles, as well as the Kuba Massacre Memorial, which commemorates the tragic events of 1918. The local population is mostly Azerbaijani, with a small minority community.
Surrounded by beautiful mountains and forests, Kuba has a mild climate suitable for agriculture and tourism. The economy is mainly agricultural, producing fruits such as apples and pears, and it is also an important center for silk production. In recent years, tourism has grown and visitors can explore nearby natural parks and traditional villages.