Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, located in the northwest of Sichuan Province and on the southeast edge of the Tibetan Plateau, is the core area of the Sichuan-Yunnan ecological barrier. With an average altitude of more than 3,500 meters, Aba is an important water source for the upper reaches of the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers, and has two world natural heritages, Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, as well as magnificent landscapes such as the Four Girls' Mountains and Ruoergai Grassland, and is known as the "Wonderland of the Earth" and the "Natural Animal and Plant Genetic Repository". It is known as "the heaven on earth" and "the gene pool of natural flora and fauna". The territory is inhabited by Tibet, Qiang, Hui, Han and other ethnic groups, Tibetan towers, Qiang ancient fortresses, pots and pans, singing and dancing, and other multicultural blend, giving rise to a unique folk customs. As an important node of the golden line of tourism in western Sichuan, Aba attracts global tourists with its primitive ecology, red culture and ethnic flavors, and is a model of harmonious coexistence of ecological protection and cultural heritage.
Sevan is a small town in the Armenian province of Gegharkunik, located in the eastern part of the country on the shores of Lake Sevan, about 66 kilometers from the capital city of Yerevan. The town is famous for its eponymous alpine lake, Lake Sevan, one of the largest freshwater lakes in Eurasia, at an altitude of about 1,900 meters above sea level, which is known as the "Pearl of Armenia".
Lake Sevan is surrounded by magnificent landscapes and crystal clear waters, making it an important tourist and recreational destination in Armenia. The town boasts historical monuments such as the Sevan Monastery, a 9th-century monastery situated on a peninsula overlooking the lake, which attracts many tourists and pilgrims. The local economy is based on fishing, tourism and agriculture, and the climate is cool enough for summer vacations.
With a population of around 20,000, the town of Sevan retains its traditional Armenian culture, while the infrastructure is constantly being improved to provide accommodation and catering services. It is an ideal starting point for exploring the nature and history of the Caucasus and is easily accessible for short trips.