Time Zone |
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Dili |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Shah Alam, the capital of the Malaysian state of Selangor, is located on the west coast of the Malay Peninsula, just 25 kilometers from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, and is part of the Greater Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan Area. As the administrative center of the state, it is home to the Selangor State Government Building and the State Legislative Assembly, the political and administrative core of the state. Known for its modern and well-planned urban layout with a mix of residential, commercial and industrial areas, Shah Alam is well connected to Kuala Lumpur and neighboring cities via the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and expressways. The city's landmarks include the magnificent Blue Mosque (Sultan Shahruddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque) and the Shah Alam Lake Gardens, which attracts tourists and residents alike with its combination of religious and cultural ambience and recreational features. As an important industrial and educational hub in Malaysia, Shah Alam is one of the most vibrant cities in Selangor, not only economically active, but also a great place to live and visit.
Same, the capital of Timor-Leste's Ainaro District, is located about 50 kilometers south of the capital, Dili, in the mountainous interior and is an important agricultural and transportation hub for the country. It is known for its coffee farming, surrounded by terraced fields that produce Timor-Leste's premium Arabica coffee beans. Historically, Samu was an important stronghold during Timor-Leste's War of Independence, and remnants of the resistance movement still remain in the area, attracting history buffs to explore. The surrounding area is rich in natural beauty and close to Mount Ramelau, Timor-Leste's highest peak, making it a stopover for hiking enthusiasts. A blend of traditional Timacu culture and modern townscape, Samu offers a unique look at the interior of Timor-Leste.