Time Zone |
Indian/Maldives |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+5 |
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. |
Maagau, the jewel of the Maldives' Addu Atoll, is located about 350 kilometers south of the capital, Male, and about 55 minutes by seaplane. Known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, this island is an ideal destination for diving enthusiasts with its fine white sand beaches, crystal clear blue-green lagoons, and colorful coral reefs. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, including turtles, devil fish and tropical fish, and the dive site "Magudhoo Passage" is famous for its stratospheric diving and schools of sharks. The island's resorts, mainly water villas and beach villas, offer a luxurious blend of traditional and modern Maldivian experiences, while being environmentally conscious and committed to preserving the fragile marine ecosystem. Whether you're on a honeymoon or seeking relaxation, Magudhoo offers an immersion into the sheer beauty of the Indian Ocean.
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.