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Europe/Sofia |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Sofia, the capital and largest city of Bulgaria, is located in the heart of the Balkan Peninsula at the foot of the Vidosha Mountains and boasts a history of over 1,300 years. As one of the oldest capitals in Europe, Sofia combines a rich historical heritage with a modern cityscape. Known for its mild continental climate with four distinct seasons, the city is an important political, economic and cultural center.
Dating back to Roman times, Sofia boasts a number of iconic sights, such as the Cathedral of St. Alexander Nevsky, the Church of Boiana, and relics from the Roman period. The city is also dotted with spas and museums showcasing the diverse cultural heritage from Thrace to Rome to the Ottoman Empire. With a low cost of living, Sofia is a popular tourist and study destination.
Sofia's economy is dominated by services, IT and tourism, and is easily accessible with an international airport and a well-developed metro system. Visitors can explore the natural beauty of the Vidosha Mountains or sample traditional local cuisine. The city is safe and friendly, offering a great nightlife and shopping experience for short visits or longer stays.
Liyang, located in the south of Jiangsu Province and at the junction of Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui provinces, is an ecological livable city in Yangtze River Delta and is under the administration of Changzhou City. Tianmu Lake, a national 5A scenic spot, nourishes everything with its blue water, and is known as the "Pearl of Jiangnan" because of its natural wonders such as Nanshan Bamboo Sea and Yushui Hot Spring. As the "Hometown of Longevity in China", Liyang relies on its ecological advantages and promotes the integrated development of "Tourism + Recreation", attracting ten million tourists annually. At the same time, it drives industrial upgrading with innovation, focusing on new energy, high-end equipment manufacturing and other fields, forming a unique model of synergistic development of green economy and ecological protection. From the fragrance of tea in spring and autumn to the warm sun of hot springs in winter, Liyang is becoming an emerging destination in the Yangtze River Delta region with poetry and vitality by the charm of "Oxygen Bar of Mountain and Water".