Time Zone |
Africa/Asmara |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Europe/Podgorica |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, is located on the country's central plateau at an altitude of about 2,350 meters and has a pleasant climate that has been described as the "Italy of Africa". The city is a blend of Italian colonial architecture and local culture, with a large number of well-preserved modernist buildings, including futuristic churches, Art Deco theaters, and colorful homes. An example of early 20th century urban planning, its historic center was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Asmara is not only a political and economic hub, but is also known for its unique cultural scene and laid-back pace of life, and is a window to explore Eritrea's history and diverse civilizations.
Risan, an ancient town on the Adriatic coast of Montenegro in the northern part of the Bay of Kotor, is known as "one of the oldest towns in Montenegro", with a history of more than 2,300 years. Surrounded by mountains and the blue sea, the town was once an important Illyrian settlement and later a thriving port for the Roman Empire, and still retains Roman mosaics, ancient walls and church ruins, including the "Muses of Risan" mosaic, one of the most prized Roman artifacts in the Balkans. Walking through Risan, with its stone-paved streets, colorful traditional houses and the distant sea view of the Bay of Kotor, you can feel the relaxed atmosphere of the Mediterranean Sea, but also travel through time to touch the weight of history, which makes it a must-visit place for exploring the culture and nature of Montenegro.