Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Algiers |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Tekes is a county under the Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China, located in the northern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains and the eastern part of the Ili River Valley. The region is known for its unique bagua city layout, the only well-preserved bagua-shaped ancient city in the world, reflecting the wisdom of traditional Chinese urban planning. With a mild climate and rich grassland resources, Tekes is an important base for animal husbandry, and also boasts natural landscapes such as the Kerala Grassland and the Kosan Cave, which attract many tourists. The inhabitants are mainly Kazakhs and Han Chinese, and the culture is diverse, blending nomadic and farming characteristics. The economy is based on the pillars of agriculture, tourism and energy industry, and ecotourism has been developing rapidly in recent years.
Aflou is the capital of the Ain Diffra Governorate in northern Algeria, situated in the western section of the Sahara Atlas Mountains at an altitude of about 1,400 meters. The city is famous for its mild Mediterranean climate and the surrounding fertile agricultural area, which produces grains, olives and fruits and is known as the "breadbasket".
Once an important military stronghold during the French colonial period, Avlou has a unique blend of European architecture and traditional Algerian markets. Visitors are attracted by local handicrafts and the weekly souk, which showcases the coexistence of Berber and Arab traditions.
The city is surrounded by natural landscapes such as the Jebel Deneis Mountains, which are suitable for hiking and eco-tourism. As one of the gateways to the Sahara Desert, Aflou functions as a transportation hub connecting the northern coast with the southern desert region, and its tranquil oasis setting offers travelers a place to rest.