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 |
Africa/Porto-Novo |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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.
Dassazoume is an important city in the West African country of Benin, located in the Zou Department in the south of the country, about 100 kilometers from the economic capital of Cotonou. As the fourth largest city in Benin in terms of population, Dassazoume is a regional trade and transportation hub known for its vibrant bazaars and handicrafts.
Dassazoumé is the religious center of Benin's Voodoo religion and attracts a large number of believers and tourists each year to participate in traditional ceremonies. The city has a rich cultural heritage, including sacred forests and ancient palaces that illustrate the historical lineage of the Kingdom of Benin.
The city's economy is predominantly agricultural, producing palm oil, maize and cassava. It is located in the southern plains of Benin and has a savannah climate with distinct dry and rainy seasons. In recent years, Dassazoumé has gradually developed a tourism industry and has become a popular destination for exploring Benin's traditional culture.