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UTC+2 |
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Africa/Blantyre |
blantyre time compared to Beijing time (China) |
6 hours ahead |
About Blantyre, Malawi
Blantyre is the largest city and economic center of Malawi, located in the foothills of the Shire Highlands in the south of the country. As the commercial capital of Malawi, the city has a concentration of the country's major financial institutions, industrial enterprises and trade markets, and is an important transportation hub connecting Malawi with the port of Beira in Mozambique.
City Characteristics and Economic Status
Blantyre has a vibrant tobacco auction market, tea processing factories and a diverse commercial district, and its city center is characterized by a mix of colonial architecture and modern commercial buildings. The city is surrounded by the spectacular Mhlange Mountains, which provide resources for hiking and eco-tourism. Despite infrastructural challenges, Blantyre remains a core area for education (with a medical school and technical college) and healthcare services in Malawi.
Culture and Life
The local area is a blend of diverse cultures, including the Chewa and Yao, and traditional bazaars coexist with churches and mosques. Citizens speak mainly Chichewa and English, and the pace of life is slow, but full of urbane energy. Blantyre's climate is mild and dry, and the cooler months of May through August are the best time of year to visit.
blantyre Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
05:11
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18:13
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