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UTC-4 |
Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
America/Guadeloupe |
Basseterre time compared to Beijing time (China) |
12 hours ahead |
Introduction to Basse-Terre, Guadeloupe
Basse-Terre is the capital of the French overseas department of Guadeloupe, located in the Leeward Islands of the Lesser Antilles in the Caribbean Sea, known for its volcanic landscape and tropical scenery. As the political and administrative center of Guadeloupe, Basse-Terre is rich in colonial monuments, such as the Château de Basse-Terre, built in the 17th century, which is a blend of French architecture and Creole cultural features. The city is surrounded by emerald green mountains and turquoise waters, and the famous Mount Calbe National Park offers great hiking adventures and waterfalls. The local economy is based on tourism, banana cultivation and rum making, attracting large numbers of visitors each year to experience its unique French Caribbean flavor.
Basseterre Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
Sunrise Time
06:24
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Sunset Time
18:11
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