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 |
Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Xia County is located in the south of Shanxi Province, China, belonging to Yuncheng City, located at the junction of Jin, Shaanxi and Henan provinces, is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization. The county has a long history and is said to have been the seat of the capital city of the Xia Dynasty, Anyi, hence the name "Xia County". It has a rich cultural heritage, such as Sima Guang's Tomb, Yu Wang City Ruins and Dui Yun Cave, which attracts many history and culture enthusiasts.
Xiaxian is mainly an agricultural area, producing wheat, corn and apples, while gradually developing tourism based on its hot spring resources and ecological advantages. The local transportation is convenient, connecting to major cities around the region by road and rail, and the mild climate with four distinct seasons makes it suitable for tourism and residence. Blending ancient traditions with modern development, Xiaxian is an ideal destination for exploring the history, culture and natural beauty of Shanxi.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.