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. |
Yining, the capital of Ili Kazakh Autonomous Prefecture in Xinjiang, is located in the northern foothills of Tianshan Mountain and the central part of the Ili River Valley, and is the key point of the northern route of the ancient Silk Road and an important window for opening up the border to the west. With a temperate climate and rich soil and water, it is known as "Jiangnan outside the Seychelles" and "City of Flowers", where grasslands, rivers, forests and humanistic landscapes are intertwined, and the grasslands of Nalati and Karajun are surrounded by a unique natural picture scroll. As a multi-ethnic settlement, Uyghur, Han, Kazakh, Hui and other 13 ethnic groups live here in harmony, with diverse cultures, rich folk customs, and vibrant Bazaar (bazaar), Ayites (folk art) and so on. Economically, Yining is the center of commerce and trade in the Ili River Valley, with developed agriculture and animal husbandry, lavender, wine and other specialties, while relying on the advantages of the ports, it has become an important hub connecting Central Asia, with both the beauty of nature and the charm of humanity.
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.