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Durham is a quiet, historic town located in Middlesex County in central Connecticut, USA. Covering an area of approximately 23.6 square miles and with a population of approximately 7,400 (2020 data), it is known for its rural charm and community cohesion. Incorporated in 1708, the town retains traditional New England architectural styles, including white steeple churches and colonial homes.
Durham is centrally located in Connecticut, with easy access to cities such as Middleton and Madison. The town boasts quality educational resources, including an award-winning regional school district, as well as a branch of the Connecticut State University System and an agricultural experiment station.
The economy is dominated by small family farms, local businesses and commuting residents, and is rich in apples, dairy products and maple syrup. Annual events such as the Durham Fair (one of the oldest agricultural fairs in the nation) and the Christmas tree lighting ceremony attract many visitors. Natural landscapes include Lake Cogner Chagrin and several state parks for hiking and outdoor recreation.
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.