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 |
America/Aruba |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
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.
Located in the southern Caribbean Sea, Aruba, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is known for its sunny beaches and unique culture. As a tropical island nation located in the north of Venezuela, Aruba covers an area of only 193 square kilometers, but is rich in natural resources and multiculturalism. The capital city of Oranjestad, with its colorful Dutch colonial architecture and Caribbean atmosphere, is a must-see for tourists. Tourism is the mainstay of Aruba's economy, and the year-round stable climate (27°C on average) makes it a popular escape. The official languages are Dutch and Papiamento, the U.S. dollar is widely circulated, and convenient international transportation links major cities around the globe, making it one of the most popular destinations in the Caribbean.