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 |
Europe/Istanbul |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
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.
Malatya is a city in the central Anatolian Plateau and the capital of Malatya Province in Turkey. It is known as the "Cherry Capital of the World", and its cherries have gained a global reputation due to its favorable climate and soil conditions. Located on the upper Euphrates River, the city has a well-developed agricultural industry and produces fruits such as apples and apricots in addition to cherries. Historically, Malatya was a trading hub for the Hittite, Roman, and Byzantine civilizations, leaving behind historical sites such as ancient castles and mosques. The local culture is a blend of Anatolian traditions and nomadic characteristics, and the cuisine is known for its meat dishes and fruit products, such as the famous Malatya meatballs and cherry jam. As an important city connecting the east and west of Turkey, Malatya has retained its quaint countryside flavor while displaying the dynamism of modern development.