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. |
Zhongshan City is located in the south-central part of Guangdong Province, China, in the center of the Pearl River Delta, adjacent to Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhuhai, and is an important member of the Pearl River Delta city cluster, which is the most economically active in China. Formerly known as Xiangshan County, the city was renamed Zhongshan in 1925 in honor of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the pioneer of China's democratic revolution. With a total area of about 1,783 square kilometers and a resident population of more than 4.4 million, the city is known for its manufacturing industry, foreign trade and scientific and technological innovation, and holds the title of "China's Home Appliances Industry Base". The city has a beautiful environment and has been awarded the UN Habitat Award. It is rich in tourism resources, including the former residence of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, Zhan Garden and other cultural attractions. Conveniently located, the city is efficiently connected to neighboring core cities through the Guangzhou-Zhuhai Intercity Railway and highway network.
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.