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 |
Asia/Beirut |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
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.
Mina (Miniyeh) is the capital of Lebanon's North Lebanon Governorate, located about 80 kilometers north of the capital Beirut, bordering the Mediterranean coast and adjacent to the city of Tripoli, and is the administrative and economic center of the northern region. This historic city is a blend of Mediterranean flavor and Lebanese traditions, with an economy based on agriculture, fishing and regional trade in agricultural products such as olive oil and citrus, as well as active port activities. Conveniently connected to the Beirut-Syria border, Mina is not only an administrative hub, but also a cultural crossroads. The local market retains traditional handicrafts and authentic cuisine, attracting residents and tourists alike and showcasing the unique charm of northern Lebanon.