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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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Europe/Jersey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+1 |
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.
Gorey is a parish in the British Crown Dependency of Jersey, located in the south-east of the island, and is known for its long coastline, idyllic scenery and unique agricultural traditions. It is home to one of Jersey's most famous beaches, St. Aubin's Bay, where golden sands and crystal clear waters attract many visitors. Gorey is also a major producer of strawberries and tomatoes in Jersey, and the annual summer 'Strawberry Festival' (La Fête des Rouges Gorges) is an important cultural event in the area. In addition, the parish retains the remains of Norman architecture, such as the ancient church of Gorey, and the iconic Corbière Lighthouse, making it a fascinating area of south east Jersey with its mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage.