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Africa/Sao_Tome |
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UTC+0 |
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America/Montevideo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-3 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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.
Located in the department of Canelones in the south of Uruguay, about 45 kilometers from the capital city of Montevideo, Atlántida is one of the country's most famous seaside resorts. The town is known for its long stretches of golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters of the North Atlantic Ocean and unique architecture, especially the Art Nouveau design of the "Iglesia del Pesebre" (Church of the Shells), an Art Nouveau church designed by the architect Eladio Diest, with a concrete shell structure that resembles a work of art. Atlantida's tranquil atmosphere lends itself to surfing, sunbathing and family relaxation, with local seafood restaurants serving fresh Uruguayan cuisine. Popular with tourists in the summer and more laid-back in the spring and fall, it's an ideal destination for experiencing Uruguayan beach life.