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 |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the southwestern part of Guangdong Province, China, Yangjiang is an important coastal city in the western part of Guangdong. It is bordered by Jiangmen in the east, Maoming in the west and the South China Sea in the south, and is endowed with rich marine resources and beautiful natural scenery. Yangjiang is famous for its long history and culture, unique local cuisine and booming tourism.
Yangjiang's Hailing Island, a popular tourist destination, is known as the "Hawaii of the East" and attracts visitors with its white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters. The city is also known for its Yangjiang tempeh, knife industry and the cultural relics of the Maritime Silk Road. The economy is based on marine fisheries, tourism and manufacturing, and in recent years the new energy industry has been developing rapidly.
As one of Guangdong's open coastal cities, Yangjiang blends traditional Lingnan culture with modern dynamism and is conveniently connected to the Pearl River Delta region via a network of high-speed railroads and highways. The city's livability and growth potential make it a bright spot in western Guangdong.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.