Time Zone |
America/Los_Angeles |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-7 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northwesternmost part of the U.S. state of Washington, Bellingham is an important gateway city to Canada and Alaska, and is known as the "Gateway to Alaska". With a population of about 90,000, this small coastal city sits on Bellingham Bay, is bordered by the Chuckanut Mountains to the east and the San Juan Islands to the west, and is home to an abundance of natural beauty and outdoor activities, such as hiking, boating, and whale-watching, all of which are popular with tourists. As the home of Western Washington University, the city combines an academic atmosphere with youthful energy. Port trade and tourism are the backbone of the economy, while the historic downtown buildings blend urban convenience with natural wilderness, making it a charming and livable city in the Pacific Northwest.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.