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Asia/Hebron |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
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Africa/Ouagadougou |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Landis (Al-Lis) is a historic town in the Irbid Governorate of northwestern Jordan, located in the Jordan Valley region near the border with Israel. It is known for its ancient archaeological sites, including remains from the Roman and Byzantine periods, such as churches, monasteries and cisterns, reflecting its historical position as an important node on ancient trade routes. Surrounded by mountains, Landis enjoys a mild climate and agriculture is the mainstay of the economy, producing olives and fruits. In recent years, the local government has promoted tourism to attract visitors to explore its cultural heritage and natural beauty. As a niche destination in Jordan, the Landis showcases the country's diverse historical layers and peaceful countryside.
Sara is the capital of the Sara Province of Burkina Faso, located in the northern region of the country, about 200 kilometers from the capital city of Ouagadougou. As the economic and administrative center of the north, Sara serves as a trade hub for the surrounding agricultural region, with cotton, groundnuts and cereals as the main cash crops.
Sara is situated in the Sudano-Sahelian climate zone, with a year-round dry and rainy season, and an average annual temperature of around 28°C. The city's surroundings are characterized by a savannah landscape, which is influenced by the Sahara Desert, and water scarcity is a challenge during the dry season.
The population is predominantly Mossi, with Islam as the main religion. The city retains a traditional African market culture, with the weekly open-air market being an important social and commercial event. Steady progress has been made in recent years in terms of education and healthcare infrastructure, but it remains one of the regions of Burkina Faso with a high poverty rate.
Sara is connected to Ouagadougou by the national highway N3 and is an important node in the road network of northern Burkina Faso. The city does not have a railroad or an airport, and relies mainly on road transportation for border trade with neighboring countries (e.g., Mali, Niger).