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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
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Sakya County, located in Rikaze, Tibet, China, is the birthplace of the Sakya School of Tibetan Buddhism and is known as the "Second Dunhuang". Here with more than 700 years of history of the Sakya Temple is famous, the temple is divided into the south and north of the two temples, the south temple for the Yuan Dynasty castle-style building, the north temple for the early cultivation of the temple, the temple collection of a large number of valuable murals, thangkas and canonical books, the fusion of Nepal, India and the Chinese style of art, known as the treasure house of Tibetan culture and art. The Sakya school once ruled Tibet for a long time, and its "Dao Guo Fa" had a profound influence in the history of Tibetan Buddhism. The unique local Sakya costumes (flower silk dress) and the dance of jumping to the gods are also very distinctive, attracting many believers and cultural enthusiasts to come to explore, and it is a must-visit place to feel the charm of Tibet's religion and history.
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.