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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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Asia/Taipei |
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.
Hengchun is located at the southernmost tip of Pingtung County, Taiwan Province of China, surrounded by the sea on three sides and enjoying a unique geographical location. As the only ancient town in Taiwan that has completely preserved the Qing Dynasty city, Hengchun's ancient city gates (East, West, South and North) still stand tall today. The climate here is tropical, with an average annual temperature of about 25°C, and the four seasons are like spring, hence the name "Hengchun".
The Hengchun Peninsula contains famous scenic spots such as Kenting National Park, the Go Luang Pi Lighthouse, and Long Pan Grassland. The unique climate phenomenon of the fall wind in the fall of every year. The local area retains a strong cultural heritage of southern Fujian, with the traditional folk song "Thought Rising" and the annual event "Hengchun International Folk Music Festival" demonstrating the deep cultural heritage. Onions, agar hemp and harbor tea are known as the "Three Treasures of Hengchun".
Hengchun is an important tourist destination in Taiwan, with diverse ecosystems such as coral reef coasts, white sand beaches, and tropical forests. Visitors can visit the Sea Life Museum, experience surfing activities, or explore the movie set of "Cape No. 7". Public transportation from Fangliao to Hengchun is convenient for eco-tourism and cultural exploration.