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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Ouagadougou |
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UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northern part of Jiangsu Province, China, Suyu is an important city area under Suqian City, which is located in the northern wing of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Circle. The region has a long history, with traces of human activities as early as the Neolithic Age. It is the hometown of Xiang Yu, the king of Western Chu, and boasts a rich cultural heritage, such as Xiang Wang's hometown and Qianlong's Palace, among other famous attractions.
In recent years, Suyu's economy has been developing rapidly, with manufacturing, modern agriculture and e-commerce as the pillar industries, and actively integrating into the overall development strategy of Jiangsu Province. The transportation is convenient, with the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal and a number of highways running through the whole territory, connecting to the major cities around. Focusing on ecological construction, Suyu boasts several parks and green spaces with a pleasant environment, making it an important urban node in northern Jiangsu.
Located in west-central Burkina Faso, Da Village is one of the typical traditional villages in sub-Saharan Africa, belonging to the region of Boucle du Mouhoun. With a predominantly savannah climate, the inhabitants are mostly farmers, cultivating millet, maize and peanuts and leading a self-sufficient life. The village retains its traditional dome-domed mud huts and communal council chambers, and has a strong Mossi culture, with regular traditional dances and rituals, showcasing West Africa's original cultural charm. Though small, Da Village unites the simplicity and resilience of rural Burkina Faso, and is a window into local folklore and an excellent place to explore the traditional way of life in West Africa.