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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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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. |
Baju County is located in the southeast of Chamdo City in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, in the eastern part of the Tibetan Plateau, with an average altitude of about 3200 meters. The county is famous for its magnificent alpine valleys and the landscape of the Nu River basin, and is an important node of the Sichuan-Tibet Highway (National Highway 318). Baju is rich in natural and cultural resources, including famous scenic spots such as Ranwu Lake and Laiku Glacier, as well as Tibetan Buddhist temples and traditional Tibetan villages. The economy is based on agriculture and animal husbandry, with ecotourism gradually developing in recent years. The climate is alpine and dry, with large temperature differences between day and night, making it suitable for summer travel.
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.