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Asia/Baghdad |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Addis_Ababa |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Amara is the capital of Misan Province in southern Iraq, located on the east bank of the Tigris River, and is one of the major agricultural and trade centers of Iraq. The city has a long history, with settlements forming as early as the Ottoman Empire, and grew in the early 20th century due to its strategic location. The fertile land around Amarah produces dates, wheat and rice, and the Tigris River facilitates local fishing and shipping. As a Shia Muslim neighborhood, Amarah has a strong religious and cultural scene, with vibrant traditional crafts and bazaars. Despite the war, the city has gradually recovered in recent years, with improving infrastructure and livelihood conditions, and is one of the cities with development potential in southern Iraq.
Arba Minch, the capital of the Southern Region of Ethiopia, is located in the southern part of the Rift Valley and is known as the "City of the South". This small city is surrounded by mountains and water, bordered by Lake Abaya in the north and Lake Chamo in the south, forming a unique "gateway to the lakes" between the two lakes, which is an important window for viewing African wildlife. The surrounding Omo National Park is known for its pristine tribal culture and rich biodiversity, attracting tourists from all over the world. As the economic center of the region, Arba Mench is based on agriculture and fisheries, but in recent years, tourism has grown rapidly, making it a must-visit destination for exploring the nature and people of southwestern Ethiopia.