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Zhenning Buyi and Miao Autonomous County is located in the southwestern part of Anshun City, Guizhou Province, China, in the eastern part of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, and is home to the famous Huangguoshu Waterfalls. The county is dominated by the cultures of the Buyi and Miao ethnic groups, with rich ethnic flavors and a rich natural landscape and human heritage. Zhenning has a mild climate, abundant rainfall and rich natural resources, and is known for its agriculture, including tea, bee-sugar plums and the specialty food Bobo sugar.
Zhenning is the core area of the Huangguoshu Waterfall Group, with spectacular and wondrous waterfalls, listed as a World Natural Heritage Site, attracting a large number of tourists every year. Traditional villages, batik crafts and festivals (e.g. March 3) of the local Buyei ethnic group show a deep cultural heritage. The economy is dominated by tourism and agriculture, and the local specialties of honey plums and bobo candies are renowned throughout the country. Zhenning is conveniently connected to Guiyang and Anshun via highways, making it an important node for tourism on the western route of Guizhou.
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.