Standard TimeIRDT |
UTC+3.5 |
Daylight Saving Time
|
UTC+4.5 |
IANA Time Zone |
Asia/Tehran |
HORMUZ time compared to Beijing time (China) |
4.5 hours ahead |
Hormuz, Iran: Strategic Location and Pearl of the Persian Gulf
Hormuz, Iran, is a port city in Hormozgan province, located on the northern shore of the Strait of Hormuz, guarding the choke point of the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is an extremely important geographic location and is known as the "lifeline of the world's oil transportation". As a maritime hub of the ancient Silk Road, Hormuz was once famous for its pearl trade, and today it remains a key node for global oil transportation, undertaking the task of shipping large quantities of crude oil exports from the Middle East. The city has a hot and dry climate, a unique mangrove landscape and traditional fishing industry, a population that is mostly engaged in seafaring and trading, and a culture that blends Persian, Arab and African elements. Despite its small size, its strategic position makes it irreplaceable in the international energy landscape.
HORMUZ Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
07:33
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Sunset Time
18:00
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