Time Zone |
Asia/Thimphu |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Bhutan Raghu is the capital city of the Kingdom of Bhutan, located in the western valley of the Wang River at an altitude of about 2,300 meters above sea level, and is the political, economic and cultural center of the country. With a population of about 100,000, Dzongkha as the official language and Tibetan Buddhism as the main religion, the city has a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. The city's architecture is a blend of Tibetan style, with the iconic Tashichoe Dzong, a symbol of Bhutan's history and culture, serving both religious and administrative functions. Surrounded by Paro Dzong, Tiger's Nest Monastery and other famous attractions, tourists need to apply for a visa in advance. As a global leader in the 'Happiness Index', the Lagos is an ideal destination to experience Bhutan's philosophy of 'Gross National Happiness' by preserving traditional features while developing modern facilities.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.