Time Zone |
Africa/Lome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Lomé is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Togo, located on the southwestern tip of the country, bordering the Gulf of Guinea and Ghana. As the political, economic and cultural center of Togo, Lomé is known for its busy port, tropical climate and multicultural atmosphere. With a population of around 1.5 million, the city blends traditional African styles with colonial architecture, and markets such as the Grand Marché offer a wealth of handicrafts and local products. Lomé is also an important trade hub for West Africa, with easy access to the international airport and rail network, and a growing tourism industry that attracts visitors to explore the beaches, historical museums and vibrant street life.
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.