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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the eastern part of Nantou County, Taiwan Province of China, Ren'ai Township is the second largest township in Taiwan in terms of area, with a total area of about 1,273 square kilometers. Located in the core of the Central Mountain Range, the township is home to famous peaks such as Jade Mountain and Chilai Mountain, with elevations ranging from 400-3,952 meters above sea level, creating a rich alpine canyon landscape. The township is an important settlement for Taiwan's aboriginal Bunun and Atayal tribes, preserving their unique tribal culture and annual rituals.
Jen-ai Township is home to such well-known attractions as the Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area, the Qingjing Farm, and the Hohhuan Mountain Dark Sky Park. The four seasons are characterized by cherry blossom viewing in spring, summer vacation in summer, maple viewing in fall, and snow viewing in winter. The area is rich in alpine tea, temperate fruits and high-cooling vegetables, and historical sites such as the Wusha Incident Memorial Park are also of great humanistic value.
The township is mainly connected to Puli Township by Route 14 (the Wushe branch of the Zhonghong Highway), and the township relies on chartered buses or shuttle buses to travel between attractions in the township. In recent years, based on eco-tourism and agricultural experience, the township has developed a unique tourism model that combines tribal culture, alpine landscapes and stargazing.
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.