Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Pacific/Fiji |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+12 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+13 |
Taixing City is located in the central part of Jiangsu Province, China. It is a county-level city under the administration of Taizhou City, and is situated in the northern wing of the Yangtze River Delta Economic Circle. The city is known as the "Hometown of Education" and "Hometown of Ginkgo", with a total area of 1,172 square kilometers and a population of about 1.2 million. Taixing has a long history, founded in the Southern Tang Dynasty, with a thousand years of cultural heritage, and attractions such as the Huangqiao Battle Memorial Hall and Qingyun Temple highlight its red and ancient charm.
Economically, Taixing is an important industrial base in central Jiangsu with fine chemicals, machinery manufacturing and pharmaceutical industries as its pillars. The Jiangyin-Jingjiang Industrial Park and Taixing Economic Development Zone promote the integration of regional industries and cities. Local specialties such as Huangqiao baklava and Taixing white fruits are popular. Conveniently located near the Shanghai-Shaanxi Expressway and the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway, the city is integrated into the one-hour economic circle of the Yangtze River Delta, combining development vitality with ecological livability.
Located on the eastern side of Fiji's Viti Levuka is Fiji's first capital (1871-1877) and an important historical and cultural center for the country. Situated on the island of Ovalau, this seaside town is known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013.
As the first European-style town on a Pacific island in the 19th century, Levuka is a blend of indigenous Fijian, European, Indian and Chinese cultural elements. Centuries-old churches, municipal buildings and merchants' houses remain in the town, such as the Sacred Heart Church, built in 1864, and the Levuka Museum, which vividly illustrates Fiji's transformation from a tribal society to a modern nation.
Surrounded by turquoise coral seas and lush mountain forests, Levuka is a paradise for divers and hikers. Visitors can explore the nearby Lomaiviti Islands or visit a traditional Fijian village to experience a kava ceremony. Local craft markets and seafood restaurants are also popular, making it an ideal destination for a taste of the South Pacific.