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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Asia/Muscat |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Wuping County is located in the southwestern part of Longyan City, Fujian Province, China, at the junction of Fujian, Guangdong and Gan provinces, and is a former Central Soviet County and Hakka settlement. With a total area of 2,630 square kilometers and a population of about 400,000, the county is dominated by Hakka people and retains a strong Hakka culture and dialect. Wuping is rich in natural resources, with over 79% forest coverage and ecological scenic spots such as Liangnoshan National Nature Reserve and Zhongshan River National Wetland Park. The economy is based on agriculture, forestry and tourism, and is rich in specialties such as fairy grass, ganoderma lucidum and passion fruit. Wuping has a long history and is the "Hometown of Chinese Folk Culture and Art", with unique non-heritage cultures such as the Hakka round houses and the belief in the Dingguang Buddha. In recent years, Wuping has been actively developing a green economy and creating the brand of "Refreshing Wuping - Blessed Land of Health", with convenient transportation through high-speed railroad and highway networks.
Salalah, the capital of the Dhofar Province in southern Oman and the second largest city in the country, is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea and is known as the "Shangri-La of the Arabian Peninsula". As an important hub of the frankincense trade in ancient times, it has been known as the "Gate of Spices" since ancient times, and is still one of the core production areas of frankincense in the world. The unique monsoon climate allows for lush greenery throughout the year, with date palms and green fruit orchards, and during the summer monsoon, the city is transformed into a summer resort, attracting tourists to experience the magic of the 'Khareef' (monsoon). The city is a blend of tradition and modernity, from the ancient ruins of Hafet and the Queen of Sheba's palace to the modern port and commercial district. During the annual Monsoon Festival in July-August, Salalah hosts a grand cultural event showcasing traditional Omani crafts and folklore, and is a window into the multiculturalism of southern Oman.