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Africa/Tunis |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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America/Port_of_Spain |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Matmata, located in southeastern Tunisia near the edge of the Sahara Desert, is a traditional Berber settlement. The town is famous for its unique underground cave houses, in which the inhabitants excavate deep pits in soft rock formations and then cut out rooms in the walls of the pits, which are warm in winter and cool in summer, making them a living fossil in the history of North African architecture. Star Wars and many other movies and TV shows have been filmed here, bringing this hidden town to the world. In addition to the cave houses, Martel also retains the traditional handicrafts and market culture of the Berbers. Visitors can experience such folk activities as baklava making and carpet weaving, and feel the primitive and peacefulness of the edge of the desert.
Located on the northeastern tip of Trinidad and Tobago, Toco is one of the country's most remote regions, known for its pristine natural beauty and rich ecological resources. Bordering the confluence of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, this region is characterized by rugged coastlines, dense rainforests and unique biodiversity.
The Toco region is covered with vast virgin forests and is home to a wide range of wildlife, including howler monkeys, sloths and colorful birds. Its coastline is characterized by spectacular cliffs, hidden coves and black sand beaches, and Cape Toco, the easternmost point of Trinidad, is an excellent place to watch the sunrise.
Toco retains a strong Caribbean cultural heritage, with fishing and agriculture dominating the local community. The area also boasts a historic lighthouse and colonial-era ruins that attract adventure enthusiasts and nature photographers. Due to its relatively undeveloped state, Toco offers visitors an ecotourism experience away from the hustle and bustle.