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Simao, the main city of Pu'er, Yunnan Province, is located in the southwest Yunnan border area, is the largest oasis on the Tropic of Cancer, known as "China Tea City" and "Pearl of the Green Sea". This place is famous for Pu'er tea, is the core origin and distribution center of Pu'er tea, rich in resources of ancient tea trees, and the sound of horses' hooves of the Ancient Tea Horse Road for thousands of years seems to be still echoing. In addition to tea culture, Simao has two national nature reserves, namely Mount Mourning and Mount Wuliang, with magnificent tropical rainforests and rich biodiversity, which is a natural paradise for bird-watching and exploring. At the same time, there are 14 ethnic groups such as Han, Hani, Yi, Lahu, etc. living here, with diverse ethnic cultures blending and unique traditional festivals and handicrafts. The climate is mild, with four seasons like spring, and the negative oxygen ion content of the air is among the highest in the country, making it an ecological city suitable for living and traveling.
Located in the center of Miaoli County, Taiwan, Shihtan is a typical mountainous township, bordered by Tai'an Township in the east, Gongguan Township in the west, Dahu Township in the south, and Sanyi Township in the north, with a mountainous terrain, an average elevation of about 400 meters, and a forest coverage rate of as high as 70%, making it rich in ecological resources. The cool climate and abundant rainfall have produced high-quality alpine tea, peach, citrus and other agricultural products, among which the "Shitan Tea" is famous for its rich aroma and long-lasting sweetness. The local Hakka culture is strong, and the traditional settlements are well preserved, with Hakka songs and folklore activities showing the original flavor of the area. Shihtan is also a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with hiking trails intertwined with valley landscapes, combining natural wildness and humanistic heritage, making it an ideal place to experience the charm of the mountains in central Taiwan.