Time Zone |
America/Port-au-Prince |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-4 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Cap-Haïtien is the capital of Haiti's Nord department, located on the northern coast of the Caribbean Sea, and is the country's second largest city and an important port. Once known as the "Paris of Haiti", this historic city was the economic center of the French colonial period in the 18th century, and has preserved a large number of colonial buildings, such as the Sans-Souci Palace and La Citadelle Laferrière. --The site is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and bears witness to the glorious history of the Haitian independence movement. The predominantly agricultural surroundings of Alcaï are rich in coffee, sugar cane and cacao, and the local artisan markets are Creole-inspired, enticing visitors to explore their unique colonial heritage and Caribbean cultural charms.
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.