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/Panama |
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.
Panama City is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Panama, located on the Pacific coast at the entrance to the Panama Canal. A major financial, trade and logistics center in Central America, the city is known worldwide for the iconic Panama Canal, which has revolutionized global shipping since its opening in 1914. Its skyline is dotted with skyscrapers, such as the Revolution Tower and the F&F Tower, demonstrating a vibrant economy.
Panama City is divided into three parts: the Old City, the Old Town and the New Town. The UNESCO-listed Old Town of Casco, with its Spanish colonial churches and plazas, and the Esplanade, with its mix of modern restaurants and historical landmarks. The local food culture is influenced by Caribbean, African and Spanish influences, and specialties such as ceviche with lime juice and sancocho are popular with tourists.
Surrounded by tropical rainforests, the Metropolitan Natural Park is just a few minutes from the city center, where you can observe wildlife such as sloths and toucans. As one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Latin America, Panama City continues to attract global investment and immigration thanks to its free economic zone and dollarization policies.