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Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Dedza is a city in central Malawi, about 60 kilometers south of the capital, Lilongwe, in the highlands of Malawi, known for its cool and pleasant climate and magnificent natural beauty. It is an important agricultural area in Malawi, producing high quality tobacco, tea and maize, and is also known for its local handicrafts. Dedza is best known for the Dedza Rock Art Site, an important cultural heritage in southern Africa, where prehistoric rock paintings dating back to the Stone Age vividly document the lives and beliefs of the ancient inhabitants. Additionally, the Dedza Mountains National Park surrounds the city and provides an ideal location for hiking and eco-tourism, attracting many visitors to explore this untouched part of Africa.