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 |
Asia/Amman |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Located in the northwestern part of China's Guizhou Province, Weining is an autonomous county under the jurisdiction of Bijie City, situated on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, with an average altitude of about 2,200 meters and a predominantly plateau mountainous climate. As a multi-ethnic settlement, Weining is characterized by Yi, Hui and Miao cultures, with rich ethnic traditions and festivals.
Weining is home to the Caohai National Nature Reserve, one of the largest plateau freshwater lakes in China, known as the "Pearl of the Plateau", an important habitat for migratory birds and rich in biodiversity. The topography of the county is mountainous and the climate is cool, which is suitable for the cultivation of potato, buckwheat and other highland crops, and agriculture is one of the pillars of its economy.
Weining integrates multi-ethnic cultural heritages, such as the torch festival of the Yi ethnic group and the Lusheng dance of the Miao ethnic group. Tourism is gradually developing, attracting tourists to explore its natural and humanistic landscapes. The economy is based on agriculture, animal husbandry and eco-tourism, and is continuing to promote sustainable development.
Aqaba, Jordan's only seaport city, is located on the southwestern tip of the country, adjacent to the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea and across the sea from Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia. With Jordan's only coastal corridor, the city is both an important trade hub and an emerging tourist destination. Its warm climate, coral reefs and crystal clear waters attract divers and water sports enthusiasts, and the famous "Red Sea Shipwreck Dive Site" is a popular destination for diving worldwide.
With a history dating back to 4000 BC, Aqaba was an important stronghold for the Roman, Crusader and Islamic empires. Today, the city combines modern resort facilities with historical sites such as the Mamluk Castle and monuments to the Arab revolution. Tax exemptions have boosted commerce, while beachfront luxury hotels, golf courses and shopping centers enhance the tourist experience. As a transit point to Petra and the Wadi Rum desert, Aqaba plays a central role in Jordan's economy and tourism.