YouTipFunc Date Timezone Open
# PHP timezone_open() Function
[ PHP Date/Time Reference](#)
## Example
Create a new DateTimeZone object, then return the timezone name:
[Run Example »](#)
* * *
## Definition and Usage
timezone_open() creates a new DateTimeZone object.
## Syntax
timezone_open(_timezone);_
| Parameter | Description |
| :--- | :--- |
| _timezone_ | Required. Specifies a timezone. **Tip:**(#) |
## Technical Details
| Return Value: | Returns a DateTimeZone object on success, FALSE on failure. |
| :--- |
| PHP Version: | 5.2+ |
* * PHP Date/Time Reference](#)