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Springfield, the capital of the U.S. state of Illinois, is located in the center of the state and is a city that carries a deep historical heritage. As the political starting point of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, it is the place where he lived, practiced and finally rested, and attractions such as the Lincoln Home National Historic Site and the Lincoln Cemetery draw visitors from around the globe. As the seat of state government, Springfield has government services as its core economic pillar, while healthcare, agriculture and insurance also play an important role. The city retains its 19th-century architecture, with landmarks such as the state capitol building highlighting its stately history, and events such as the annual Lincoln Festival continue to honor the great man, making it a fascinating blend of historical memory and modern development.
Pingbian Miao Autonomous County is located in the southeast of Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan Province, situated in the frontier of South Yunnan, bordering with Vietnam, and is one of the important portals of Yunnan facing South and Southeast Asia. Within the territory of the mountains, Dawei Mountain National Nature Reserve stretches across the intersection, preserving a complete subtropical monsoon rainforest ecosystem, with waterfalls, caves, rare plants and animals, and other natural wonders, known as the "Emerald of South Yunnan". The climate here is pleasant, with an average annual temperature of about 16℃ and cool summers, making it a summer resort. Pingbian is the only Miao Autonomous County in China, with a profound Miao culture, rich folk customs such as the Flower Mountain Festival and Lusheng Dance, and unique handicrafts such as Miao embroidery and silver jewelry. At the same time, the local area is rich in lychee, star anise, grass fruits and other products, and is rich in eco-tourism resources, making it an ideal place to experience the charm of nature and humanity.