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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Africa/Lubumbashi |
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UTC+2 |
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Taiping District is located in the southwest of Liaoning Province, China, under the city of Jinzhou. It is situated in the middle part of the western corridor of Liaozhi, with the Songling Mountain Range in the north and the Liaodong Bay of Bohai Sea in the south. With a total area of about 108 square kilometers and a population of about 200,000, the area has a temperate monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. Taiping District has a long history and deep cultural heritage, with ancient pagodas, Guangji Temple and other historical sites, but also an important industrial base in western Liaoning, machinery manufacturing, chemical and building materials industry is more developed. In recent years, relying on the location advantages, and actively develop modern service industry and characteristics of agriculture, the urban landscape continues to improve, is a modern city pleasant to live and work.
Mambilima Falls, located in the Western Province of northwestern Zambia, is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Africa, remote but with a unique natural charm. The waterfall is about 30 meters wide, with a drop of more than 30 meters, and the water cascades down from the basalt cliffs, forming a multi-stage stepped curtain of water, which is especially majestic during the rainy season.
The falls are situated on a tributary of the West River, close to the Angolan border and surrounded by the Miobo woodland ecosystem. The area is rich in wildlife, including antelope, monkeys and rare birds, and the vegetation is dominated by savannah and riparian forests, making it an important ecotourism destination in Zambia.
Mambilima Falls is known as "Zambia's hidden gem" and visitors can experience hiking, bird watching and photography. The local Lozi community maintains traditional practices and the falls are sacred in their culture. The infrastructure is relatively untouched and is suitable for travelers looking for a primitive adventure.
To get to the falls you need to take a flight from Lusaka to Mungu and then overland. The best time to visit the falls is during the rainy season from November to April when the water is abundant. It is advisable to be accompanied by a local guide, take precautions against malaria and wildlife, and choose from nearby camping or community lodges for accommodation.