Time Zone |
America/Chicago |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-6 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-5 |
Time Zone |
Europe/Podgorica |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
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.
Podgorica is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Montenegro, located in the center of the country, at the confluence of the rivers Moraca and Lim, and is the political, economic and cultural center of Montenegro. The city has a long history, dating back to Roman times, and was ruled by the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, with a mixture of historical monuments and modern buildings, such as the Turkish Baths in the Old Town, St. Michael's Church and the World War II Memorial. As a transportation hub, Podgorica International Airport connects to major European cities, and a network of railroads and highways runs throughout the country. The climate is Mediterranean, with warm, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. Although not as well known for tourism as Kotor or Budva, the cultural scene, museums and surrounding natural beauty (such as Lake Skadar National Park) still attract visitors. In addition, educational institutions such as the University of Montenegro make it an important academic center.