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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Europe/Bucharest |
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UTC+2 |
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Xiangxiang, a county-level city in Hunan Province, is administered by Xiangtan City. It is located in the central part of Hunan Province, in the middle reaches of the Lianshui River, and has been the "Pearl of Xiangzhong" since ancient times. As a thousand-year-old county, it was founded in the Western Han Dynasty with a history of more than 2,200 years, and is one of the important birthplaces of Hunan culture. It is known as the hometown of Hunan Army, and is famous for the rise of Hunan Army in the late Qing Dynasty. Famous ministers such as Zeng Guofan and Liu Jintang all came from here, and the spirit of Hunan Army, which is to "set up a hard fortress and fight to the death", has had a profound impact on the area. The Dongshan Academy in Xiangxiang is the place where Mao Zedong studied as a young man, and is now a national key cultural heritage unit, witnessing the ups and downs of China's modern history. Today, Xiangxiang is a charming city that combines historical heritage and modern development, while preserving its ancient townscape and non-heritage folklore (e.g. Xiangxiang Tantou New Year's Paintings), and continuing to write a new chapter in the new era with the economic vitality of the "Top 100 Counties in China".
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.