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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.
Pingquan is located in the northeastern part of Hebei Province, China, under the city of Chengde, and in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei synergistic development area. As a famous historical and cultural city, Pingquan is famous for its Liao and Jin cultures, and has a rich heritage of Liao Dynasty ruins and museums, and is known as the "birthplace of Liao culture". Its natural landscape is unique, including scenic spots such as Coiling Dragon Mountain and Cascade River, and its ecological resources are superior. The economy is based on agriculture, tourism and mining, and the specialty products, such as almonds and mushrooms, are well known. Conveniently connected to the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region by a network of railroads and highways, Pingquan is an important node in the Capital Ring Economic Circle. The city's blend of historical heritage and modern development attracts culture and nature lovers.