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America/Chicago |
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UTC-6 |
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UTC-5 |
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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. |
Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Mele, a coastal community in the southwestern part of Efate Island in the Republic of Vanuatu, about 15 minutes from the capital city of Port Vila, is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. It is known for its stunning natural beauty with crystal clear blue lagoons, white sandy beaches and a rich coral reef ecosystem ideal for snorkeling, deep diving and sea fishing. The "underwater gardens" of Mele Bay, with their colorful schools of tropical fish and living coral, attract marine enthusiasts from around the world. Traditional Vanuatu culture has been preserved in the area, and visitors can experience tribal dances, savor specialties such as roasted whole pigs, or visit the nearby Mele Waterfalls and experience nature's gifts in the rainforest. As a representative of Vanuatu's eco-tourism, Mele is an untouched jewel in the South Pacific with its perfect blend of unspoiled landscapes and unsophisticated people.