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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 northwest of Gansu Province, China, Dunhuang is an important historical and cultural city on the Silk Road, famous for the Mogao Grottoes and the Crescent Springs at Mingsha Mountain.
The Mogao Grottoes are a World Heritage Site, preserving Buddhist art murals and sculptures from the 4th to the 14th centuries, and are known as the "Treasure House of Oriental Art". The Mingsha Mountain Crescent Springs are a unique natural landscape with sandy mountains and springs, providing a magnificent and fascinating view.
In addition, Dunhuang is home to the remains of the ancient Silk Road such as the Yangguan Pass and the Yumen Pass, as well as natural wonders such as the Yadan Geological Park. The city's blend of history, culture and natural beauty makes it a popular destination for domestic and international travelers.