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Asia/Pyongyang |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Pacific/Efate |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+11 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Jajang (Korean: 부전, transcription: Bujon) is a county in South Hamgyong Province of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, located in the southern foothills of the Gae Ma Plateau in the Jajang Ridge mountain range region, and is named after its proximity to the famous Jajang Ridge. The area is characterized by mountainous terrain, rich forest resources and a continental monsoon climate with long, cold winters and short, cool summers. The local economy is based on forestry and a small amount of agriculture, growing hardy crops such as potatoes and corn, and the area is home to natural attractions such as Gojoseon Lake, which is one of the most important water sources in the DPRK. As a border area, Jajang-gun is strategically important, and the local population maintains a simple lifestyle based on traditional agriculture and forestry.
Banglai is the capital of the Sanma Province in the Republic of Vanuatu and is located next to a natural deep water harbor on the east coast of Santo Island. As the administrative and commercial center of the province, the city is characterized by tranquil coastal scenery and colonial architecture, surrounded by dense rainforest and traditional villages.
Backed by Vanuatu's highest peak, the 1,879-meter-high Mount Tabwe Masana, Bang Rai is home to world-class dive sites such as the famous SS President Coolidge shipwreck site. The local Melanesian culture is well preserved, with weekly traditional markets to experience handicrafts and kava culture. Ruins of World War II-era U.S. military bases are still scattered around town.
As the tourist gateway to Santo Island, Bang Rai provides a transportation hub to Champagne Beach and the Blue Lagoon. The economy is based on coconut cultivation, fishing and eco-tourism, and in recent years has evolved into a supply depot for international sailing. The city's infrastructure is relatively simple and retains the laid-back atmosphere typical of South Pacific islands.