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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/Montevideo |
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.
Located in the southeastern part of South America, bordering the Atlantic Ocean, Uruguay is the second smallest country in South America and is known for its stable social environment and natural beauty. The capital, Montevideo, is the country's largest city and main port, concentrating nearly half of the country's population, with a historic old town and modern waterfront architecture. Other important cities include Salto (the second largest city, located on the River Uruguay) and Penarol (an industrial center). Uruguay's economy is based on agriculture (beef, wool, soy), tourism and financial services, and its GDP per capita is one of the highest in South America, making it known as the "Switzerland of the South". Its culture is a blend of European and local characteristics, and soccer is a popular sport, with the national football team making several World Cup appearances.