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.
Located in the city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Meinong is an important settlement of Hakka culture in Taiwan, and is known as the "township of paper art". The town is famous for its traditional handmade paper industry. The soft texture of Meinong paper was once an important raw material for calligraphy, painting and ritual objects in Taiwan, and it still retains its ancient papermaking techniques. The town is lined with Hakka buildings, such as the Old Village Old Street and Guangshantang, which display a strong Hakka flavor. In terms of natural landscape, the Meinong Reservoir and the Zhuzai Gate Power Plant Greenway provide recreational opportunities, while the Meinong Lantern Festival, a large-scale celebration of Hakka folklore and art held every year during the Lunar New Year, attracts many tourists. As a living museum of Hakka culture, Meinong has become a must-visit place for experiencing Taiwan's Hakka flavor with its simple folkways and deep cultural heritage.