Time Zone |
Africa/Casablanca |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+0 |
Time Zone |
Pacific/Noumea |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the Marrakech-Safi region of southern Morocco, at the foot of the majestic Atlas Mountains, Ait Bahya is one of the traditional Berber villages. It is famous for its well-preserved adobe complexes, unique kasbahs (fortress-like dwellings) and winding stone alleyways, which perfectly demonstrate the wisdom of the Berbers to live in harmony with nature. The village is surrounded by terraced fields planted with olives, apricots and other crops, and the scenery varies throughout the seasons, making it an ideal place to experience Moroccan countryside life. Although not as well known as the neighboring ancient town of Ait Benhaddou, Ait Baha retains a more primitive atmosphere of life, where visitors can taste the traditional Berber cuisine, listen to ancient songs, and feel the deep heritage of North African culture.
New Caledonia (Nouvelle-Calédonie) is a French overseas dependency in the South Pacific, not an independent country. It consists of several islands, including the main island of Grande Terre, the Loyalty Islands and the Isle of Pines, and its capital is Nouméa.
New Caledonia is known for the world's largest lagoon and coral reef system, which is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island has a unique biodiversity, especially the rare New Caledonian crow and a rich tropical flora. Its laterite soil is rich in nickel and has some of the largest reserves in the world.
The local population is multicultural, consisting of Kanak aborigines, people of European and Asian descent. The official language is French and the common currency is the Pacific franc. The economy is based on nickel mining, tourism and fishing, and Nouméa is an important commercial and transportation hub in the South Pacific.
Visitors can experience scuba diving, whale watching, exploring the rainforest and traditional Kanak culture. The heart-shaped mangrove forests of Isle of Pines are a renowned natural wonder, while Nouméa's Tagine Bay offers a wealth of water sports opportunities.