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Africa/Sao_Tome |
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UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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America/Cayenne |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-3 |
Daylight Saving Time |
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.
Belizon is a major city in the French Overseas Department of French Guiana, located on the Atlantic coast of northeastern South America. As one of the administrative and economic centers of the region, Belizon is known for its tropical rainforest climate and rich biodiversity. Surrounded by the dense Amazon rainforest, the city has a unique natural landscape.
Located on the banks of the Maroni River, near the border with Suriname, Belizon has a population of about 60,000 people. The city is a blend of Creole, European and Native American cultures and the official language is French. The local economy is based on fishing, forestry and a growing ecotourism industry, with gold mining also being an important industry.
The area is ideal for observing tropical wildlife, and the Trinity Ecological Reserve is nearby. The port of Belizon is an important maritime hub for French Guiana, connecting coastal towns with inland rainforest communities. The city's architecture exhibits a mix of colonial style and modern amenities, attracting many nature lovers and cultural explorers each year.