Time Zone |
Pacific/Kosrae |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Europe/Bucharest |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Chuuk, the heart of the Federated States of Micronesia, is located in the Caroline Islands in the western Pacific Ocean and consists of a number of atolls and islands, with Vaino, the capital, being one of the federal government's locations. Famous for its World War II fleet base at Truk Lagoon, which is home to nearly 100 ships and aircraft wrecks, the lagoon is known as "the largest undersea museum in the Pacific theater of operations," and is one of the world's top wreck diving destinations. The Chuukese culture preserves traditional seafaring techniques and canoeing, and the fusion of Micronesian and colonial history attracts history buffs and divers alike to explore the legends of its azure depths. As an important cultural landmark in Micronesia, Chuuk's unique natural and human landscapes reveal the mystical charm of the Pacific Islands.
Bucharest, the capital and largest city of Romania, is located in the middle of the Danube River Plain in the southeast of the country and is a political, economic and cultural center. The historic city is a blend of Orthodox, Byzantine and French flavors, and was once known as "Little Paris". The old town has preserved medieval buildings and Orthodox churches, while the iconic Palace of the Parliament (now the Palais des Congrès), the world's second-largest administrative building, is an imposing sight. As the economic hub of Romania, Bucharest has a vibrant and diverse mix of industrial, technological and service companies, as well as universities and cultural institutions.