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 |
America/Lima |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
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.
Located in the Ayacucho region of south-central Peru, Malkara is a small town in the Andean hinterland that combines colonial history and indigenous culture. It is about 2,800 meters above sea level, with a mild climate, surrounded by mountains and beautiful scenery. The town retains its typical Spanish colonial architectural style, with the stone streets of the central plaza, the baroque Iglesio de San Cristóbal, and other historical monuments that bear witness to its status as a major trading town in the past. The local population, mostly Quechua, still carries on traditional textile and wood carving crafts, and the colorful national costumes and traditional dances of the Inti Raymi festival in June attract many tourists. The area around Marcala is predominantly agricultural, producing Andean crops such as potatoes and quinoa, and is an ideal starting point for experiencing the culture of the Peruvian highlands and exploring the ruins of the surrounding ancient civilizations on foot.