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/Colombo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+5.5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Ziyang is located in the central part of Sichuan Basin, and is an important node city of the Chengdu-Chongqing Twin Cities Economic Circle, about one hour's drive from Chengdu and Chongqing, with significant location advantages. As the "Car City of Western China", Ziyang is an important automobile manufacturing base in western China, where Changan Automobile, Volvo and other famous car companies are gathered. Ziyang has a long history, is the "Ziyang people" head fossil discovery site, tens of thousands of years ago, witnessed the early activities of human civilization; the territory of Anyue stone carvings began in the Tang Dynasty, "ancient, more, fine, beautiful" famous, with "China's hometown of stone carvings" reputation. The stone carvings in Anyue began in the Tang Dynasty and are famous for their antiquity, abundance, refinement and beauty, and it has the reputation of "the hometown of stone carvings in China". In addition, Anyue lemon production accounted for more than half of the country, is the national citrus advantage producing areas, Zilinjiang Temple Douban and other specialties are also quite local flavor. This city, which combines industrial strength, historical heritage and natural products, is flourishing.
Welenai Island is a pristine island in the Gulf of Mannar in the northwestern part of Sri Lanka, about 10 kilometers from the Jaffna Peninsula. This elongated island covers an area of about 48 square kilometers and is known for its white sandy beaches, clear shallow waters and rich bird ecology.
The island has the largest gull colony in Sri Lanka and attracts a large number of migratory birds every winter. Schools of dolphins can be seen in the surrounding waters, and the sandbar stretching on the west side creates a unique walking landscape at low tide. The local vegetation is mainly dryland shrubs, retaining the original natural features.
Most of the inhabitants make their living from fishing and there are several remains of churches on the island from the colonial period. From Jaffna city, it is possible to take a bus to Kurumphan wharf and transfer to a ferry for about an hour. The recommended season is December to March, but note that the island's infrastructure is relatively simple.
For eco-tourism and photography enthusiasts, Welanai offers day trips to experience fishing village life and bird-watching activities. There are no large hotels, so it is recommended to bring water and sunscreen, and respect the local fishing culture and traditions.