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/Rarotonga |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-10 |
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.
Tauhunu is the main village and administrative center of Avarua, the capital of the Cook Islands, located on the northern coast of Rarotonga in the South Pacific. As the political and economic hub of the archipelago, it is home to a concentration of government agencies, banks and commercial facilities and has a population of approximately 5,000.
With its backdrop of verdant volcanic mountains and facing a turquoise lagoon, Tauhunu retains a traditional Polynesian flavor. The weekly Saturday Punanganui Market is a popular place to experience local handicrafts, black pearls and fresh coconuts, while the Cook Islands Christian Church, built in 1849, bears witness to colonial history.
Visitors can experience water activities such as snorkeling and kayaking, or explore the waterfalls and plantations by riding along the ring road. Known for its relaxed regulations and friendly atmosphere, English and Maori are the common languages and the New Zealand dollar is the currency.