Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Amman |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
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.
Ajloun is the capital of the Ajloun Governorate in northwestern Jordan, located about 70 kilometers north of Amman, nestled in the hilly terrain of the Jil'ad Mountains at an altitude of about 800 meters above sea level, and is known for its mild climate and dense pine forests and olive groves. The city has a long history and its most famous landmark is the 12th century Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin's nephew, an Islamic military building that was used for defense against the Crusaders and is now an important tourist attraction.
The Ajloun region is predominantly agricultural, producing olives, grapes and grains, and retains a traditional Jordanian rural culture. Visitors can explore the citadel, hike the forest trails of the nature reserve, or experience the local handicraft market. The city is easily accessible by road, connecting it to the cities of Amman and Jerash, making it an ideal base for exploring the historical and natural attractions of northern Jordan.