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Asia/Taipei |
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UTC+8 |
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Yaling County is located in the central part of Henan Province in China, belonging to Xuchang City, and is situated in the central plain of Henan Province, with a long history, and is famous as the "Hometown of Flowers and Trees" in China. The area is famous for producing flowers such as waxberry and peony, and has the reputation of "Hometown of Chinese Waxberry Culture". Yaling has a well-developed flower and tree industry, which attracts a large number of tourists and businessmen every year, and its eco-tourism and agricultural economy complement each other.
Yaling has a mild climate with four distinct seasons, which is suitable for flower cultivation, and the local culture is a blend of traditional and natural ecological elements from the Central Plains. Attractions such as the Yanling National Flower and Tree Expo Park and the Wax Plum Garden showcase rich botanical resources, while the county is also known for its historical sites and folk activities, reflecting the deep cultural heritage of Henan.
The economy is dominated by agriculture and tourism, with the cultivation and sale of flowers and trees being the pillar industries, driving local employment and growth. In recent years, Yaling has actively developed eco-tourism and organized flower festivals and celebrations, raising the region's profile and making it an important leisure destination in Henan Province and across the country.
Located in the city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Meinong is an important settlement of Hakka culture in Taiwan, and is known as the "township of paper art". The town is famous for its traditional handmade paper industry. The soft texture of Meinong paper was once an important raw material for calligraphy, painting and ritual objects in Taiwan, and it still retains its ancient papermaking techniques. The town is lined with Hakka buildings, such as the Old Village Old Street and Guangshantang, which display a strong Hakka flavor. In terms of natural landscape, the Meinong Reservoir and the Zhuzai Gate Power Plant Greenway provide recreational opportunities, while the Meinong Lantern Festival, a large-scale celebration of Hakka folklore and art held every year during the Lunar New Year, attracts many tourists. As a living museum of Hakka culture, Meinong has become a must-visit place for experiencing Taiwan's Hakka flavor with its simple folkways and deep cultural heritage.