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Europe/Brussels |
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UTC+1 |
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UTC+2 |
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Africa/Sao_Tome |
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UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Brussels is the capital and largest city of Belgium and the seat of the European Union's main administration, known as the "Heart of Europe". The city is known for its rich history, cultural diversity and international influence, and is home to numerous EU institutions, NATO headquarters and offices of international organizations.
Brussels is famous for its World Heritage Site, the Grand Place, the iconic Atomium and the statue of the peeing child. The city blends medieval architecture with the character of a modern European political center, while attracting visitors from around the globe with its culinary culture of waffles, chocolate and beer. As a multilingual city, French and Dutch are the official languages, and English is also widely spoken.
Economically, Brussels is the decision-making center of the European Union, with well-developed service and high-tech industries. Transportation is convenient, with an international airport and an efficient rail network connecting major European cities. Overall, Brussels is an important hub for politics, culture and tourism.
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.