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 |
Pacific/Noumea |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
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 south of Grande Terre, New Caledonia's main island, Sarraméa is a small Aboriginal town in the mountains of the North Province. It is known for its well-preserved Kanak culture, with thatched roofs and wood carvings still in the traditional villages, and the annual Festival of the Flame, which showcases unique tribal traditions. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, hiking trails lead to spectacular waterfalls and lookouts overlooking the Pacific Ocean and inland mountains. Representing the "oasis" of New Caledonia, Salamea's blend of natural wonders and cultural heritage makes it an ideal destination for exploring the untouched cultures of the South Pacific.