Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Qiannan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture is located in the south-central part of Guizhou Province, and is an important part of the Qianzhong Economic Zone, with 2 county-level cities, 9 counties, 1 autonomous county, and Duyun City, the capital of the state. Karst landforms are widely spread here, and Libo Xiaoqikong Scenic Spot is known as "the emerald on the belt of the earth", which is a world natural heritage site; Maolan National Nature Reserve preserves intact karst virgin forests and is rich in ecological resources. Qiannan is inhabited by 33 ethnic groups such as Buyi, Miao, Shui, Yao, etc., with rich ethnic cultures, such as the "March 3" of the Buyi, the "Year of the Miao" of the Miao, and the "Duan Festival" of the Shui. Non-heritage projects, such as maple dyeing and printing and the water tribe's horsetail embroidery, have been passed down for thousands of years. In addition, Duyun Mao Jian Tea is one of the top ten famous teas in China, with a profound tea culture. Qiannan, with its natural wonders and humanistic charms, is a destination for eco-tourism and ethnic culture experience.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.