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UTC-6 |
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Pacific/Tongatapu |
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UTC+13 |
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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.
The Kingdom of Tonga, located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, consists of 172 islands, 36 of which are inhabited, and is the only constitutional monarchy in the South Pacific. The capital, Nuku'alofa, is located on the island of Tabu, Tonga, is the political, economic and cultural center of the country. Known as the "Island of Friendship", the country retains a strong Polynesian heritage with traditional dances, kava ceremonies and wood carvings. The economy is based on agriculture, fishing and tourism, and is characterized by unspoiled natural landscapes such as coral reefs, beaches and rainforests. Tonga is uniquely situated to be one of the first countries west of the International Date Line to welcome the New Year, attracting many tourists each year to welcome the dawn of the New Year. The official languages are Tongan and English, the currency is the panga, and tourism has emerged in recent years as an important driver of economic growth.