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UTC+2 |
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IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Maputo |
marcia time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
Macia, the capital of Gaza Province in southern Mozambique, is located about 160 kilometers north of the capital, Maputo, on the fertile plains along the Limpopo River. As the administrative and commercial center of the province, Macia has a predominantly agrarian economy, with maize, cotton and citrus crops in the surrounding area.
Marcia is situated in a savannah climate zone, with distinct wet and dry seasons and an average annual temperature of about 25°C. The city is surrounded by plains and low hills. The city is surrounded by plains and low hills, and the Limpopo River provides an important source of water for agricultural irrigation. Its geographical location connects the southern part of Mozambique with the interior, and the EN1 national highway passes through the city, making it a prominent transportation location.
The economy is dominated by agriculture and small-scale trade, with hand-woven items and agricultural products commonly traded in local markets. The population speaks mostly Shona and Portuguese and retains a traditional tribal culture. Although the infrastructure is relatively simple, education and healthcare facilities have gradually improved in recent years, reflecting the typical development of rural towns in Mozambique.
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