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Tongling is located in the south-central part of Anhui Province, China, on the south bank of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. It is an important non-ferrous metal industrial base and a typical resource-oriented city in China. With a total area of about 3,008 square kilometers and a population of about 1.7 million, Tongling is known as the "Ancient Copper Capital of China" because of its copper name and prosperity.
The history of copper mining in Tongling can be traced back to the Shang and Zhou Dynasties, with a history of more than 3,000 years of copper mining and refining. Important cultural heritages such as the ancient mining site of Jinyuudong and the ancient mining and metallurgical site of Tongguanshan exist in Tongling. Local cultural characteristics include copper craftsmanship, ginger culture and Jiangnan folklore, and the Firyang accent (a form of opera) has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage.
As an important node city of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, Tongling has copper smelting, chemicals and electronic materials as its leading industries, and owns large-scale enterprises such as Tongling Nonferrous Metals. In recent years, it has been actively promoting industrial transformation and developing new industries such as new materials and new energy, as well as building important transportation hubs such as Tongling Yangtze River Bridge.
The city has natural landscapes such as Tianjing Lake Park and Fenghuang Mountain Scenic Area, and has been recognized as a "National Health City" for many years. Specialties include Tongling ginger, Fengdanpi, etc., of which "Tongling White Ginger" is protected by the National Geographical Indication. The city adheres to the ecological strategy and promotes the ecological restoration project of the Yangtze River shoreline.
Deva is the capital of Hunedoara County in western Romania, located on the banks of the river Mureş, with a population of about 60,000 people. The city is famous for the hilltop Deva Castle, a 13th-century fortress perched on a volcanic cone that offers panoramic views and symbolizes the history of the region. The economy of Dva is based on industry and services, and it is also a transportation hub, connecting it to the Carpathian region.
Dva has a long history, first recorded in 1269, and was once a fortress of the Kingdom of Hungary. The city retains medieval buildings such as the castle and the Church of the Holy Cross. Culturally, Deva has museums, theaters, and is close to the ruins of the Dacian civilization, reflecting Romania's diverse heritage. The city is known for its mild continental climate with four distinct seasons, making it suitable for tourism.
Deva is a natural gateway for exploring the Carpathian Mountains, with the nearby Retezat National Park for hiking and eco-tourism. The city life is peaceful and has a good infrastructure, offering educational and medical resources. As an important regional center of Romania, Deva blends history and modernity, attracting visitors to experience its unique charm.