Surface: The total land area of São Tomé & Principe is around 1,001 sq km.
Population: The population of São Tomé & Principe is around 199,000.
System of government: Republic
Capital: São Tomé, with a population of around 137,500 inhabitants, is the capital of São Tomé & Principe
Religion: The state religion is Christianity.
Official Language: The official language is Portuguese.
Government: Republic
Climate: São Tomé & Principe has a tropical climate.
Units of measure and electricity: São Tomé & Principe follows the metric system of measurement and the official electricity unit is 220V, 50 Hz.
Time Zone: The São Tomé & Principe standard time is GMT + 0.
Currency: Dobra (1 € = 18,238 STD).
Travel documents required: Visas are necessary for travel to São Tomé & Principe.
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The economy of São Tomé & Principe is largely based in plantation agriculture. The most important crop is cocoa; it makes for almost 90% of the agricultural export. Today, São Tomé & Principe also benefits greatly from the commercial exploitation of offshore oil wells in the Niger Delta.
The average daily cost of living for a tourist is about 20 €–40 €; an average meal costs anywhere between 3€–6 €. Shared taxis and rental cars are the best way to travel around the country.
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