Time Zone |
America/Port_of_Spain |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Trinidad and Tobago is a twin-island republic located in the southeastern part of the Caribbean Sea, with Port of Spain as its capital. The country is bordered by Grenada to the north and Venezuela to the southeast, and consists of the islands of Trinidad and Tobago and 21 small islands with a total area of 5,131 square kilometers.
Bishop (formally known as Point Fortin) is a coastal city in the southwestern part of the island of Trinidad, with the energy industry as its core economic pillar. As the country's major oil and gas center, the city has well-established refining facilities and an industrial port. A blend of African, Indian and European cultures, the annual Bishop's City Festival showcases its unique cultural attractions through calypso music and steel drum performances.
Tobago is home to the world's oldest protected rainforest and coral reefs, while Trinidad is famous for its tar lakes and migratory bird habitats. Natural wonders such as the La Brea Asphalt Lagoon are dotted around Bishop's, while remnants of colonial architecture remain, creating an industrial landscape that is characterized by coexistence with eco-tourism.
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.