Time Zone |
Asia/Taipei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the central part of Changhua County, Jhutang, Taiwan, China, is a township that focuses on agriculture, and is adjacent to Xizhou Township and Tianzhong Township. The terrain is flat and the soil is fertile, producing rice, vegetables (e.g. bitter gourd, hollow cabbage) and fruits (e.g. lotus flower, saga), and it is known as the "Barn of Changhua". Jutang is rich in ecological resources and has the Jutang Wetland Ecological Park, which is an important habitat for migratory birds and attracts many nature lovers. The local culture is a blend of traditional Hakka and Southern Fujian flavors, and temples such as the Xuan Tian God Temple and the Baoan Palace have preserved their ancient architectural styles. In addition, Jhutang's cuisine, such as "Jhutang Taro" and "Handmade Noodle Threads", is also a local specialty, making it an ideal place to experience Taiwan's rural life.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.