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Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Europe/Lisbon |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+1 |
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.
Caniso (Canico) is a coastal town in the autonomous region of Madeira, Portugal, located in the southeastern part of the island of Madeira, about 15 kilometers from the capital Funchal. Known for its warm Mediterranean climate, magnificent cliff coastline and rich marine ecology, it is one of the popular tourist destinations in the Madeira archipelago.
Caniso has several natural volcanic rock beaches and crystal clear waters, such as the famous Praia do Garajau, suitable for diving, snorkeling and whale watching activities. The Reserva Natural do Garajau, Europe's first marine reserve, protects rich fish and coral resources. There are also hiking trails and viewpoints around the town with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Caniso has retained its traditional Portuguese fishing village feel while developing modern tourist facilities including resorts, restaurants and seaside walks. Local folklore events such as the Festa de São Pedro are held annually, featuring seafood cuisine and handmade pottery. With a population of about 23,000 and a soothing pace of life, it is an ideal place to live for those seeking sunshine and nature.