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Qin County is part of Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China, located in the hinterland of the Loess Plateau in Southeast Jin, with a total area of about 1,315 square kilometers. Because of its geographical characteristics of being surrounded by mountains on all sides and a basin in the center, it is known as the "Little Jiangnan of Taihang".
The history of Qinxian can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period, and it is one of the important birthplaces of Jin culture. During the Anti-Japanese War, it was an important base for the Eighth Route Army, leaving a large number of red relics. The local heritage of intangible cultural heritage, such as Jin Opera and paper-cutting, is passed down, and the folk customs are simple and generous.
With agriculture as the leading industry, it is a national commodity grain base county, and Qinzhou yellow millet is a geographical indication product. In recent years, the tourism industry has been gradually developed, relying on the Zhanghe River Wetland, West Lake Reservoir and other ecological resources to create a leisure and vacation destination.
There are cultural relics protection units such as Nanneshui stone carvings and the former site of αmu Association in the territory. The traditional temple fair held on the sixth day of the sixth lunar month every year integrates folklore exhibitions and trade activities, and is an important window for experiencing the humanistic flavor of Southeast Jin.
The City of Sandy is located in Clackamas County, Oregon, USA, at the southern end of the Columbia River Gorge, about 37 kilometers from the Portland metropolitan area. With a total area of approximately 7.5 square kilometers and a population of approximately 12,000 (2023 data), the city is an important gateway for outdoor enthusiasts due to its proximity to the Mount Hood National Forest and the Sandy River.
The City of Sandy is located in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, with an average elevation of approximately 305 meters above sea level. The Sandy River runs through the city, providing recreational opportunities for fishing, rafting and hiking. The city is surrounded by several state parks and waterfall landscapes. Annual precipitation is about 1,400 millimeters, presenting a typical Pacific Northwest temperate maritime climate.
The economy is traditionally based on wood processing and agriculture, but in recent years, the city has been developing a tourism service industry. The annual Sandy Mountain Festival and Summer Street Fair attract a large number of tourists. The city is known for its preservation of its historic downtown district, with several buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
U.S. Highway 26 runs through the city, connecting Portland to the Mt. Hood Ski Resort. The city has a well-developed park system and network of hiking trails, and educational services are provided by the Sandy School District, which contains three elementary schools and one middle school. 2021 was named one of the safest cities in Oregon.