Time Zone |
Africa/Khartoum |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
The Sudan is a country in north-eastern Africa, with major cities including the capital Khartoum and Port Sudan, whereas "Berber" usually refers to the Berber populated areas of North Africa and is not directly related to the Sudan. This may be a confusion of names, as there is no city of the same name in the Sudan. If the name refers to the Berber areas of the Sudan, they are mostly located in the northern desert between the Nile River and the Nile, and are predominantly nomadic and semi-nomadic, retaining a traditional tribal culture. It is recommended that the names of specific places be verified in order to avoid confusion with the Berber regions of Algeria, Morocco and other countries in North Africa. The Sudan, with its arid climate and the Nile River running north to south, is the heart of its economy and civilization.
Graça is a town in the Lobata District of the Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Principe, located on the northeastern coast of the island of São Tomé. An important settlement in the district, Graça is known for its tranquil tropical landscape and traditional Portuguese colonial architecture. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and cocoa plantations, the town retains a strong agricultural community character.
Graça is located near latitude 0°N and has a typical tropical rainforest climate, with an average annual temperature of about 25°C and abundant rainfall. The town is close to the northeast coast of the island of São Tomé, about 15 kilometers from the capital, São Tomé, and is accessible by coastal road. Its terrain is predominantly hilly and is surrounded by several geological landscapes of volcanic origin.
The economy is dominated by agriculture, historically known for cocoa and coffee cultivation, and the ruins of colonial-era plantations still remain. The architecture is a blend of Portuguese colonial style and indigenous African elements, with low-rise houses in bright colors forming a unique streetscape. The population is mostly Catholic and traditional religious festivals are held annually.
Although not a major tourist destination, Graça's untouched and unspoiled environment attracts some travelers looking for a more in-depth tour. There are hiking trails around the town that lead to the rainforest and black sand coast. The main means of transportation is the road network, with a daily minibus service to and from São Tomé, and the nearest airport is São Tomé International Airport.