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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Asia/Tbilisi |
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UTC+4 |
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Ziliujing District, located in the south of Sichuan Province, is a municipal district of Zigong City, named after the ancient salt wells that flowed from the city, and is known as the core area of the "Millennium Salt Capital". As the birthplace of Zigong's salt industry, Ziliujing District retains the former site of salt merchants in the Qing Dynasty, and the site of the Tianche (derrick) and other industrial cultural heritages, which have witnessed the glorious history of well salt mining in the BaShu region. The Zigong Dinosaur Museum in the district is one of the world's three major dinosaur site museums, treasuring a large number of complete dinosaur fossils, while the Zigong International Dinosaur Lantern Festival is a national intangible cultural heritage, known at home and abroad for its grand scale and exquisite craftsmanship. Nowadays, Ziliujing District integrates salt culture, dinosaur culture and folk culture, becoming a cultural tourism destination integrating history exploration, science popularization study and folk experience, attracting tourists from all over the world to explore the unique charm of "Salt Dragon Lantern".
Marneuli is a major city in the Kvemo Kartli region of Georgia, located about 30 kilometers south of the capital city of Tbilisi, adjacent to the Armenian and Azerbaijani borders. As an agricultural and transportation hub in southern Georgia, the city is known for its multicultural mix, with a predominantly Azerbaijani population, as well as Georgian, Armenian, and other groups living in the city.
Marneuli is located in the plains along the Kura River, with a mild climate and a well-developed agricultural industry that produces grapes, wheat and fruits, and winemaking is a traditional industry in the region. The city's economy is based on agro-processing, trade and logistics, and thanks to its proximity to the border, it has become a regional distribution center for goods. The nearby Marneuli military base is an important defense facility for Georgia.
Marneuli has a long history and is surrounded by medieval churches and ruins, reflecting traces of Georgia's interaction with neighboring civilizations. The local Azerbaijani culture has a strong influence, with traditional festivals, music and cuisine blending with the Caucasus. Despite its small size, the city's diverse neighborhoods demonstrate Georgia's cultural inclusiveness.
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