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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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Africa/Porto-Novo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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.
Guéné is an important city in Benin's Atlantique department, located on the country's southern coast about 40 kilometers from the capital city of Porto Novo, and is a key node in Benin's economic and transportation network. As the heart of a large agricultural province, the area around Guéné is rich in crops such as cotton, cashews and cassava, and the local market is active as a distribution and processing center for agricultural products. In addition, the city's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean has led to a thriving fishing and trading industry, and traditional crafts such as weaving and wood carving are unique. The city is culturally diverse, incorporating the traditional customs of the Fon Yoruba and other ethnic groups, and local festivals and markets attract people from neighboring regions. As a gateway city between Benin's interior and the coast, Guéné plays an important role in regional development, combining economic dynamism with human charm.