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Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Europe/Rome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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UTC+2 |
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 Umbria region of central Italy, Rufano is a small, well-preserved medieval city, known as the "hidden gem of the Apennines". The city is dotted with Gothic churches, Renaissance squares and ancient stone-paved streets. The most famous cathedral in Rufano has a collection of 14th-century frescoes, which attracts many art lovers every year. Known for its traditional crafts, such as ceramics, and slow pace of life, the area is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, making it an ideal destination for experiencing the culture of the Italian countryside. This small town, where history meets nature, is a perfect example of the Italian aesthetic of "slow living".