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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Europe/Bucharest |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
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UTC+3 |
Qingtian County is located in the southeastern part of Zhejiang Province, China, belonging to Lishui City, situated in the middle and lower reaches of the Oujiang River, and is a famous hometown of overseas Chinese and stone carvings. With an area of about 2,493 square kilometers and a population of about 500,000, the county is dominated by mountainous and hilly landscapes with a mild and humid climate.
Qingtian is world-famous for its stone carvings, known as the "Stone Capital of China", and its stone carving art has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. Economically, Qingtian relies on the advantage of being an overseas Chinese hometown, with an active overseas Chinese economy, well-developed foreign trade and tertiary industry, as well as an agricultural industry that focuses on specialty products such as tea and oil tea.
Qingtian boasts natural landscapes such as Shimen Cave and Thousand Gorge Lake, as well as cultural tourism resources of the overseas Chinese hometown. The transportation is convenient, with Jin-Wen Railway and G1513 Wenli Expressway running through the whole territory, and only about 1 hour drive from Wenzhou Airport, which is an important hub in South Zhejiang.
Deva is the capital of Hunedoara County in western Romania, located on the banks of the river Mureş, with a population of about 60,000 people. The city is famous for the hilltop Deva Castle, a 13th-century fortress perched on a volcanic cone that offers panoramic views and symbolizes the history of the region. The economy of Dva is based on industry and services, and it is also a transportation hub, connecting it to the Carpathian region.
Dva has a long history, first recorded in 1269, and was once a fortress of the Kingdom of Hungary. The city retains medieval buildings such as the castle and the Church of the Holy Cross. Culturally, Deva has museums, theaters, and is close to the ruins of the Dacian civilization, reflecting Romania's diverse heritage. The city is known for its mild continental climate with four distinct seasons, making it suitable for tourism.
Deva is a natural gateway for exploring the Carpathian Mountains, with the nearby Retezat National Park for hiking and eco-tourism. The city life is peaceful and has a good infrastructure, offering educational and medical resources. As an important regional center of Romania, Deva blends history and modernity, attracting visitors to experience its unique charm.