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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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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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.
Ziguan District is located on the southwest coast of Kaohsiung City, Taiwan Province of China, neighboring Nanzi District in the north, Qiaotou District in the east, bordering the Taiwan Strait in the west, and Yanshao District in the south, making it an important area for combining agriculture and fishery in Kaohsiung City. Known for its fertile alluvial plains and warm climate, the area produces high-quality agricultural products such as Ziguan watermelon and Wendan pomelo, and is known as the "Fruit Township". The coastal Chikan Fishing Harbor provides fresh seafood, and the culture of the fishing village is strong. The Ziguan Watermelon Festival held every year attracts many tourists. The Ziguan Daitianfu (Daitian Mansion), a monument in the area, is dedicated to the Chifu Senju, and is the center of local beliefs, with a history dating back to the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. Ziguan combines idyllic scenery with coastal features, making it a good place to experience traditional life and natural scenery in southern Taiwan.