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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Pacific/Efate |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
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Taining, Fujian Province, located at the southern foot of the Wuyi Mountains in northwest Fujian, is the core area of the famous "China Danxia" World Natural Heritage Site. It is famous for its unique youthful Danxia landforms, with red-walled cliffs, canyons and streams, and cave wonders, and is known as "Danxia on the water" and "heavenly works of landscape". The ancient city of Taining was built in the Song Dynasty, with well-preserved monuments such as Shangshu Di and Ganluo Temple, blending the culture of the Central Plains with the flavor of Fujian and Vietnam. The Dajin Lake in the territory has an open surface and the blue water and mountains reflect each other, which is an important part of the World Geopark. Taining is not only famous for its natural scenery, but also for its deep historical heritage and ecological advantages, making it a tourist destination with both sightseeing, cultural and leisure values.
Banglai is the capital of the Sanma Province in the Republic of Vanuatu and is located next to a natural deep water harbor on the east coast of Santo Island. As the administrative and commercial center of the province, the city is characterized by tranquil coastal scenery and colonial architecture, surrounded by dense rainforest and traditional villages.
Backed by Vanuatu's highest peak, the 1,879-meter-high Mount Tabwe Masana, Bang Rai is home to world-class dive sites such as the famous SS President Coolidge shipwreck site. The local Melanesian culture is well preserved, with weekly traditional markets to experience handicrafts and kava culture. Ruins of World War II-era U.S. military bases are still scattered around town.
As the tourist gateway to Santo Island, Bang Rai provides a transportation hub to Champagne Beach and the Blue Lagoon. The economy is based on coconut cultivation, fishing and eco-tourism, and in recent years has evolved into a supply depot for international sailing. The city's infrastructure is relatively simple and retains the laid-back atmosphere typical of South Pacific islands.