Time Zone |
Pacific/Wallis |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+12 |
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. |
Wallis and Futuna is a French overseas collectivity located in the South Pacific Ocean, northeast of Fiji and west of the Samoan archipelago, comprising the Wallis, Futuna and Alofi islands. One of France's most remote overseas territories, it combines the French administrative system with traditional Polynesian culture. The official language is French, and Wallisian and Futuna are commonly spoken, with a population of about 12,000 people, and a capital city of Mauiuta. The archipelago is characterized by a volcanic landscape surrounded by coral reefs, a chieftaincy tradition, a culture that combines Polynesian song and dance with French life, an economy based on agriculture, fishing and a small amount of tourism, and an unspoiled natural landscape, making it a destination for experiencing a unique Franco-Polynesian cultural crossroads.
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.