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Europe/Malta |
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UTC+1 |
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UTC+2 |
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Africa/Niamey |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Valletta, the capital of the Republic of Malta, is located on the eastern coast of the island and is Europe's smallest capital city and a UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site. Founded in 1566 by the Knights of St. John to defend the city against the Ottoman Empire and named after Grand Master Jean de Valle, the city still retains an intact complex of baroque fortifications, such as the majestic city gates, St. John's Cathedral and the Grand Master's Palace. Strolling along the stone paths of Valletta, it is as if you are traveling back in time to experience the splendor of the Knights' era and the romantic flavor of the Mediterranean. As the political and cultural center of Malta, Valletta not only carries a deep historical heritage, but also attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique architectural style and pleasant climate, making it a must-visit place to explore Malta's history and culture.
Diffa, the capital of the Diffa region in southeastern Niger, is located on the southern edge of the Sahara Desert and shares a border with Nigeria, making it one of the most important border cities in Niger. The city is located in the lower Niger River basin around the climate of the tropical desert climate, hot and dry throughout the year, the average annual precipitation is less than 300 millimeters. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, and the surrounding areas are rich in millet, sorghum and livestock. Diffa, as a regional trade center, undertakes the function of cross-border trade with neighboring countries, such as Nigeria, and is especially famous for the trade of livestock, agricultural products and handicrafts. The city is culturally diverse, with Hausa, Tuareg and Kanuri ethnic groups living in the area, and is unique in its crafts such as traditional leather weaving and silversmithing. Despite infrastructural challenges, Diffa remains an important economic and cultural node in the south-east of the Niger, thanks to its strategic location and rich cultural heritage.