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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.
Jhutian Township is located in the center of Pingtung County, Taiwan, on the south bank of Gaoping River, which is a typical Hakka settlement, known as the "Township of Ancient Alterations". During the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, the Hakka people came here to cultivate the land, preserving the strong Hakka culture and traditional settlement pattern. Centuries-old buildings such as the Zhang Family Ancient House and the Lin Family Ancient House in the area bear witness to the wisdom of the ancestors in life and the art of architecture. The idyllic scenery here is divided into four distinct seasons, with the sea of rapeseed flowers in spring and the waves of rice in fall intertwined to form a natural picture scroll, while the Gaoping Creek Riverside Park is a good place for leisure and bird watching. The Jutian Lantern Festival, held every year during the Lantern Festival, combines traditional Hakka customs with modern art and attracts many visitors. In addition, Jutian's agricultural products, such as lotus fog and pineapples, are of high quality, making it a must-visit place for experiencing Hakka culture and idyllic life.