Time Zone |
Asia/Taipei |
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. |
Situated in the western part of Penghu Islands, Taiwan Province of China, Xiyu is the second largest island in Penghu, with an area of about 16 square kilometers. It is known as Fisherman's Island in ancient times and is famous for its abundance of seafood such as seaweed and oysters. The island retains military relics of the Qing Dynasty such as the old fortress of Xiyu Xitai with a history of more than 400 years, which was listed as a national second-class monument in 1983. The local lighthouse, basalt geological landscape and intertidal zone are rich in ecological resources, which is an important part of Penghu National Scenic Area. With a resident population of about 1,500 and an economy based on fishery and tourism, it attracts many tourists every year to experience the culture and natural beauty of the island.
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.