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Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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America/New_York |
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UTC-5 |
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UTC-4 |
Xiaying District is located in the southwestern part of Tainan City, Taiwan Province of China, adjacent to Xuejia District in the north, Xinying District in the east, bordering the Taiwan Strait in the west, and connecting to the military district in the south, with a total area of about 53.2 square kilometers. During the Qing Dynasty, it belonged to Zhuluo County, and later became a military fortress due to its important geographical location, hence the name "Xiaying". The area has a well-developed agricultural industry and is famous for crops such as Mandan, pineapple, and rice, among which Mandan has been cultivated for more than a century and is of high quality. Famous attractions include the Xiaying Wetland (a habitat for migratory birds), the Maogangli Tianhou Temple (built in the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty and a Grade III monument) and the coastal Qingshan Fishing Harbor, which combine natural ecology with humanistic features. The local area retains the traditional Minnan culture, and the annual A-Mazu parade in the third month of the lunar calendar attracts many believers, making it an important window for experiencing the folk culture of southern Taiwan.
Pendleton is a historic town in Anderson County, South Carolina, United States, located in the northwestern part of the state, about 30 miles from the city of Greenville. The town is known for its well-preserved 19th century architecture and deep cultural heritage.
Founded in 1790, Pendleton is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina. The town center is home to more than 50 historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Pendleton Borough Historical Museum, built in 1826. The town is also known for the Pendleton Farmstead National Historic Landmark, which showcases a unique look at an early farming community.
Each spring, Pendleton hosts the famous Pendleton Spring Festival, which attracts a large number of visitors who come to experience traditional crafts, music and food. The town is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and is close to the Savannah River and the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts to hike and fish.
Pendleton's economy is dominated by tourism and small businesses, while its proximity to Clemson University benefits from the radiation of educational resources. Its tranquil atmosphere and rich historical heritage make it a highly sought-after residential and tourist destination in the Upcountry region of South Carolina.