Time Zone |
America/Grenada |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-4 |
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. |
Grenada is an island nation located in the Windward Islands of the Caribbean Sea, divided into six parishes and one dependency, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with the main cities concentrated in the parish of St. George's. The capital, St. George's, is the country's largest city and premier port, located on the southwest coast of the island. The capital, St. George's, is the largest city and the country's premier port, located on the southwestern coast of the island in St. George's Harbor, known for its colorful colonial architecture, historic fortresses, and natural deep-water harbors, and is a political, economic, and cultural center. Other important cities include Gouyave in St. Patrick's Parish, known for its fishing industry and citrus farming, and Fort-de-France in St. Andrew's Parish, which serves as a trading hub for the agricultural region. Hillsborough, the capital of Carriacou Island, attracts visitors with its traditional folk festivals and coral reef landscapes. Together, these cities make up Grenada's diverse and unique urban landscape.
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.