Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Aden |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
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.
Yerim is a historic city in the Ibb Governorate of the Republic of Yemen, located about 130 kilometers south of the capital city of Sana'a. The city is situated on a plateau at an altitude of about 2,600 meters above sea level, has a mild climate, and is known for its fertile farmland and terraced landscapes, and is one of Yemen's important agricultural centers, where coffee, grains, and fruits are grown.
Yerem has a rich cultural heritage and has historically been an important trading post. The city retains traditional Yemeni architectural styles such as stone-built houses and old mosques, reflecting the ancient civilization of the Arabian Peninsula. The local population is known for its hospitality and maintains a traditional tribal society and customs.
Despite the conflict and humanitarian crisis that Yemen has faced in recent years, Yerem continues to have agriculture as the backbone of its economy, but with limited infrastructure and development. The city is also one of Yemen's major coffee-producing regions and is known as one of the origins of "mocha coffee", attracting tourists and researchers interested in Middle Eastern culture.