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Pacific/Efate |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Conakry |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Ambae Island is an island in the northern part of the Republic of Vanuatu in the South Pacific Ocean, under the jurisdiction of the Pentecost District. It is a volcanic island with an area of about 402 square kilometers, the highest point is the Manaro volcano, and the island is covered with dense tropical rainforest and has a unique ecosystem.
The island of Ouba is located in the Pacific Rim Volcanic Belt, and the Manaro Volcano is an active volcano, the 2018 eruption had led to the emergency evacuation of the entire island. The island is dotted with volcanic lakes, black sand beaches and waterfall landscapes, with significant differences between the east and west coastlines, with the east being wet and rainy and the west relatively dry.
There are about 10,000 inhabitants on the island, mainly living in coastal villages and making a living through subsistence farming and fishing. Traditional culture is well preserved, with the clan system and kava ceremonies still in place. Fifteen local dialects are spoken and the Bislama language is commonly used. Specialty activities include land diving (Naghol) ceremonies in their original form.
It can be reached by transferring to a small boat through Luganville airport, with a simple infrastructure. The main attractions are volcano trekking, traditional village visits and coral reef diving. Travel is subject to warnings of volcanic activity and tropical cyclones during the rainy season (November-April).
Termeuse is a major city in the West African country of Guinea, located in the southwestern part of the country in the Kindia region. As one of the main administrative and commercial centers of Guinea, Termeuse is known for its rich bauxite resources and is an important pillar of the country's mining economy.
Located on the Guinean plateau at an altitude of about 300 meters above sea level, Termeuse has a savannah climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. Surrounded by rolling hills and dense vegetation, the city's natural environment makes it an ideal starting point for exploring Guinea's interior.
The economy of Termeuse is dominated by bauxite mining, with one of the largest bauxite reserves in Guinea, and the development of the mining industry has provided a large number of local jobs. Agriculture is also an important industry, with rice, maize and tropical fruits grown.
The inhabitants of Termeuse are predominantly Susu, and retain a traditional culture of music, dance and handicrafts. The city is connected by road to the capital Conakry and other major towns, and is one of the transportation hubs of southwestern Guinea.