Time Zone |
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/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.
Jezzine is a mountain town in southern Lebanon, located at the southern foothills of the Lebanon Mountains at an altitude of about 950 meters, about 80 kilometers from the capital city of Beirut. The town is famous for the spectacular Jezzine Falls and its well-preserved castle, and is one of Lebanon's major tourist destinations. The Jezzine Falls cascade down a cliff to form a deep natural pool, surrounded by greenery and pleasant scenery that attracts many tourists. Built in the 18th century as an important military stronghold, the castle is now steeped in history as it overlooks the entire valley and the Mediterranean landscape. Jezzine is also known for its traditional handicrafts, especially copper, which is a unique tourist souvenir thanks to the skill of local artisans. The town has four distinct seasons, with cool summers ideal for escaping the heat and occasional snowfalls in winter adding to the quiet beauty of the town, a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.