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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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America/New_York |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
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.
Little Compton is a quiet town in the southeasternmost tip of Newport County, Rhode Island, USA, situated on a peninsula where the Sakonnet River meets the Atlantic Ocean. One of the oldest settlements in Rhode Island (founded in 1640), the town is known for its rustic charm, historic architecture, and agricultural traditions, and has a population of approximately 3,500.
Surrounded by water on three sides, the town boasts long stretches of coastline, stone-walled farmland and sandy beaches such as the famous South Shore Beach. Its unique moraine landscape and temperate maritime climate create a pleasant natural landscape that is popular for bird watching and outdoor recreation.
Little Compton retains its colonial New England character, with historic landmarks such as the Wilbur House (1740). Known for its family farms, apple orchards and seafood industry, annual events such as the Harvest Festival reflect a strong community culture. The Whitechapel (1832) in the center of town and the old cemetery document the history of early European settlers.
Visitors can experience farm picking, coastal hiking and seafood cuisine and visit the Brownell Art Gallery. Away from the hustle and bustle, the town is dominated by low-density housing and nature preserves, making it an ideal destination for slower living and historical exploration, and is about an hour's drive from the city of Providence.