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. |
Beichuan Qiang Autonomous County, belonging to Mianyang City of Sichuan Province and located in the northwest of Sichuan Basin, is the only Qiang Autonomous County and the only ethnic minority Autonomous County in the country to be rebuilt after the earthquake. The county has a long history, is the ancient Qiang settlement, Qiang cultural heritage, Qiang village, towers, Qiang embroidery, sheepskin drum dance and other non-heritage culture is unique. 2008 Wenchuan earthquake, Beichuan in the CPC Central Committee under the care of the completion of the reconstruction of the new county, the new county has a beautiful environment, become a benchmark for post-disaster reconstruction. Beichuan is rich in natural landscape, including the "Little Jiuzhai" Medicine King Valley, the Thousand Buddha Mountain, and the steep Saruwang Cave, where ecotourism and Qiang culture are intertwined. Nowadays Beichuan is not only a symbol of national unity, but also an ecological and livable tourist destination, attracting tourists to explore the Qiang flavor and the miracle of rebirth.
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.