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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/Warsaw |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
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.
Kościan is a historic city in the Wielkopolskie voivodship of Poland, located in the western part of the voivodship, about 50 kilometers from the voivodship's capital Poznań, on the banks of the Warta River, and surrounded by rich agricultural resources. The city's history dates back to the Middle Ages, and it gained its city rights in the 14th century. The old town retains the Gothic St. Martin's Church and the Renaissance-style Market Square, displaying a deep cultural heritage. As a regional economic center, Koschenskýn is focused on agricultural machinery manufacturing, food processing and light industry, and is well connected to Poznań and neighboring towns. Traditional farmers' markets and folklore festivals are held annually, attracting tourists to experience the culture of the Polish countryside. The city's blend of historic architecture and modern amenities is a prime example of how rural development in the Wielkopolskie voivodship can be understood.