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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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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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 eastern part of Luoyang City, Henan Province, China, Chanshuihe Huiyuan District is a city district under the jurisdiction of Luoyang City. The district is named after the Chanshui River, a tributary of the Luo River, which was once one of the "Five Rivers" of Luoyang. With a total area of about 34 square kilometers and a population of about 200,000, the district is an important cultural and ethnic settlement area in Luoyang.
The Chanshui River District has a deep historical heritage and is an important part of the ancient capital of Luoyang, which was built during the 13th Dynasty. A number of historical relics have been preserved in the district, such as the Ancient Bridge over the Chanshui River and the Hui Mosque, reflecting the characteristics of multi-cultural intermingling. Chanshui River Hui District has a predominantly Hui population with a strong ethnic flavor, where Islamic culture and traditional culture of the Central Plains coexist harmoniously.
Today's Chanshuihe District is not only a transportation hub and industrial base of Luoyang City, but also famous for its special food and ethnic cultural activities. The district's economic development focuses on combining tradition and modernity, and tourism is gradually emerging, attracting tourists to explore its unique historical streets, ethnic markets and natural landscapes. The Chanshui River District is becoming an important window showcasing Luoyang's multiculturalism and inclusiveness.