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Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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America/New_York |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
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 Franklin County, Southwest Virginia, USA, Ferrum is a small community centered on education and is known for Ferrum College. Founded in 1913, this private liberal arts college occupies a sprawling campus preserved with pristine forests and lakes that infuse the town with a strong academic atmosphere. Located on the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Ferrum is surrounded by rolling hills and forests where outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, fishing and other recreational activities. With a population of approximately 1,500, the town's slow pace of life and close-knit community retains the quiet qualities of a traditional American small town. Despite its small size, Ferrum is a unique destination in Virginia, thanks to the College's cultural vitality and natural environment.