Time Zone |
Pacific/Guam |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+10 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Piti is a municipal borough located on the west coast of Guam, a United States Overseas Territory in the Western Pacific Ocean, about 8 kilometers from the capital city of Agana. With an area of about 19 square kilometers and a population of about 1,500, the city is known for its quiet coastal communities and rich historical sites.
Piti sits on the beautiful coastline of the western side of Guam and is adjacent to Apra Harbor, an important deep-water port in the Western Pacific. Historically, Piti was a key area during the Spanish colonial period and World War II, with the ruins of World War II-era forts and an old Spanish bridge surviving. The nearby Piti Bomb Holes Marine Reserve is a renowned diving destination, known for its crystal clear waters and coral reef ecology.
The local economy is based on fishing and tourism, and is home to the Guam Power Company headquarters and Coastal Power Plant. Visitors can explore the ruins of the old village of Sumay, the coastal trail, or participate in diving and sea fishing activities. Piti maintains Guam's traditional Chamorro culture while offering modern recreational facilities, making it a unique destination where history and culture meet natural beauty.
Yongchang County, belonging to Jinchang City, Gansu Province, China, is located in the eastern part of the Hexi Corridor and the northern foothills of the Qilian Mountains, which is an important node of the ancient Silk Road. It has a long history and a rich cultural heritage, such as the ruins of the Han and Ming Great Walls and the Ancient City of Lixi, which witnessed the cultural exchanges between the East and the West. Yongchang is predominantly agricultural, producing wheat, beer barley and highland summer vegetables, while animal husbandry is well-developed. The region's magnificent natural landscape, including the Qilian Mountain grasslands and the Xidaxi River Reservoir, attracts tourists to explore its unique northwestern scenery. Yongchang is easily accessible by public transportation, with the Lianhuo Highway and Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway running through it, facilitating travel and commerce. Overall, it is a distinctive county with a blend of history, culture and natural resources.