Time Zone |
America/Antigua |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Muscat |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Parham is one of the six administrative districts of the Caribbean island nation of Antigua and Barbuda, located on the northeastern coast of the main island of Antigua. The district is centered on Parham Harbor, northeast of the city of St. John's, and has important maritime and tourism functions.
Parham is located on the northeastern coast of the island of Antigua, adjacent to the capital city of St. John's, and has a natural deep-water harbor, Parham Harbor. The region is dominated by coastal plains, with some areas retaining tropical vegetation, and has a tropical maritime climate that is warm and humid throughout the year.
Parham Harbour is one of Antigua's main cargo ports, carrying both container and bulk cargo. Surrounded by resorts and marinas, it is an important stopping point for Caribbean cruise lines. The local economy is based on maritime services, tourism and hospitality, and fishing.
Parham's predominantly Afro-Caribbean population retains traditional West Indies culture and participates in annual celebrations such as the Antigua Carnival. The community is small and the pace of life is relaxed, reflecting a typical Caribbean island lifestyle.
Samail, an ancient city in northeastern Oman, belongs to the Muscat Governorate and is situated in the transition zone between the mountains and the desert in Oman, which has been an important transportation node connecting the coast and the interior since ancient times. It is famous for its well-preserved 16th century mosque and traditional houses, and its ancient mud-brick buildings bear witness to the glory of Oman's Islamic civilization. The Wadi Bani Khalid, just outside the city, is a hiker's paradise, famous for its turquoise streams, date palm groves and red sandstone gorges. With its blend of history and natural wonders, the cultural legacy of the traders on the Spice Route and the serene idyll of Oman's unique landscapes, Samma'il is an ideal destination for exploring Oman's heritage and nature.