Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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.
Jiaoxi is located in the southern part of Yilan County, Taiwan, and is a famous hot spring town in Taiwan, known as the "Back Garden of Northern Taiwan". The hot springs here are sulfur springs with clear, colorless water and a faint sulfur smell, which has therapeutic effects and was known as "Hot Spring Boiling Jade" as early as the Qing Dynasty. The hot spring public bath in Jiaoxi Park is a popular attraction, and there are also tourist resources such as the Wufengqi Scenic Area and Ruifang Old Street in the vicinity. Conveniently located about 40 minutes by train from Taipei, it is a perfect destination for a short relaxing trip.