Time Zone |
America/New_York |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
Time Zone |
Africa/Sao_Tome |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Shepherd Park is a popular local neighborhood park located in the northwest part of Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. It is situated within the historic Shepherd Park neighborhood, adjacent to George Washington University, and offers a peaceful green space for residents and visitors.
The park encompasses approximately four acres and features a children's playground, sports fields and picnic areas for family recreation and outdoor activities. Its tree-lined walkways and open lawns make it an ideal place to jog, walk the dog or just relax. The neighborhood is dotted with specialty cafes and independent stores, blending urban conveniences with a natural atmosphere.
Named after a 19th-century shepherd family, the area retains the traditional streetscape and multiculturalism of Washington, DC. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown landmarks such as Dupont Circle. As the heart of the neighborhood, the park hosts year-round markets and festivals, vividly reflecting the vibrancy of DC.
São Tomé and Príncipe is an island country in west-central Africa, consisting of the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe and the surrounding islets, with the capital, São Tomé, located in the northeastern part of São Tomé. Located on the Gulf of Guinea, about 200 kilometers from the African continent, the country was colonized by Portugal in the 15th century and became independent in 1975, with Portuguese as the official language and an economy based on agriculture (cocoa, palm oil) and tourism. It should be noted that "Java" is not a city or region of the country; Java is the main island of Indonesia, with cities such as Jakarta and Surabaya, and has nothing to do with São Tomé and Príncipe, possibly due to a confusion of names.