Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Pacific/Fiji |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+12 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+13 |
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.
Labasa is an important town in the Northern Region of Fiji, located in the northern part of Vanua Levu and is one of the main economic centers of the island. Known for its sugar cane cultivation and processing industry, the town is surrounded by extensive sugar cane plantations and is known as the "Sugar Capital of Fiji". The Port of Lambasa is the transportation hub for the northern region, connecting to the other islands of Fiji as well as international shipping routes, and providing key support for the export and trade of local agricultural products. Although smaller than Suva, Lambasa retains Fiji's unique multi-cultural atmosphere, with a mix of Fijian, Indian and European flavors. Visitors can experience simple village life, explore nearby natural beauty such as the neighboring Nasori Highlands and Buma National Park, and soak up the raw charm and warmth of Northern Fiji.