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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.
Xiuyu District, belonging to Putian City, Fujian Province, is located on the south coast of Meizhou Bay, across the sea from Taiwan, and is an important harbor industrial and trade city in Fujian Province. It has a natural deep-water port - Xiuyu Port, with many 10,000-ton berths, and is an important logistics hub on the southeast coast and an open window to the outside world. Xiuyu is also the core area of "China's stone carving capital", the stone industry has a long history, exquisite craftsmanship, products are exported to the world. At the same time, as one of the birthplaces of Mazu culture, this place has a profound humanistic heritage, and Mazu's beliefs and customs have a wide impact. In recent years, Xiuyu, relying on the advantages of the port, vigorously develop the port petrochemical, high-end equipment manufacturing and other industries, is accelerating the construction of a modern coastal city livable and workable.