Time Zone |
Asia/Brunei |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Brunei Bang'a (Bandar Seri Begawan) is the capital and largest city of Brunei Darussalam, located in the northwestern part of the island of Borneo, along the coast of Brunei Bay. As the political, economic and cultural center of Brunei, the city is known for its tranquil Islamic atmosphere and modern facilities. It has a population of about 100,000 and covers an area of about 100 square kilometers.
The city's landmarks include the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, symbolized by its golden dome and reflection in the lake; the Nuruloman Palace, the world's largest inhabited palace; and the water village of Kampong Ayer, known as the "Venice of the Orient," with a history of more than 1,000 years. Culturally, Brunei Bang'a emphasizes traditional Malay and Islamic customs, such as Ramadan celebrations.
The economy is dependent on the oil and gas industry, but the tourism industry is growing and provides a safe and clean environment. Transportation is convenient with Brunei International Airport connecting to Southeast Asia. The city is green and suitable for exploring Brunei's nature and history.
São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in west-central Africa, consisting of the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe and the surrounding islets, with the capital, São Tomé, located in the northeastern part of São Tomé. Located on the Gulf of Guinea, about 200 kilometers from the African continent, the country was colonized by Portugal in the 15th century and became independent in 1975, with Portuguese as the official language and an economy based on agriculture (cocoa, palm oil) and tourism. It should be noted that "Java" is not a city or region of the country; Java is the main island of Indonesia, with cities such as Jakarta and Surabaya, and has nothing to do with São Tomé and Príncipe, possibly due to a confusion of names.