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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.
Jiuru Township is located in the northwestern part of Pingtung County, Taiwan Province of China, in the alluvial plain on the west side of Gaoping Creek, which is a typical agricultural township. The township covers an area of about 42 square kilometers and has a population of about 23,000, with a predominantly southern Fujianese population. The name of the township originated from "Nine Block Alley" Zhuang in the Qing Dynasty, and was renamed Jiuru Township in 1946.
Jiuru Township has flat terrain and abundant water resources, and its main agricultural products include lemons, bananas, lotus flowers, and other cash crops, with lemon production ranking among the highest in Taiwan, earning it the reputation as the "Township of Lemons". The first lemon themed sightseeing factory was built in the township, which promotes the development of agricultural leisure tourism.
In terms of transportation, the township is close to Provincial Highway No. 3 and National Highway No. 3 Jiuru Interchange, and is about a 15-minute drive from downtown Pingtung. Important cultural assets include the Sanshan King's Temple, Jiuru Catholic Church and other historical buildings. Folk events such as the Lemon Festival and the Harvest Festival are held every year, demonstrating the integration of multiple cultures.