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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 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Chaya County, belonging to Chamdo City of the Tibet Autonomous Region, is located in the eastern part of Tibet, in the hinterland of the Hengduan Mountains, on the east bank of the middle reaches of the Lancang River. The average altitude is about 3200 meters, the terrain is high in the north and low in the south, with high mountain valleys and river valley plains, with magnificent snow-capped mountains, grasslands and forests, is a typical highland ecological zone in the east of Tibet. It has a long history and is an important node of the Tea and Horse Road, with a profound Tibetan culture, including the famous Xiangkang Hall (Xiangdui Temple), Renda Cliff Rock Carvings and other cultural heritages, which are a blend of Tibetan Buddhist art and historical imprints. The people of Chaya are mainly engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry, and retain traditional folk activities such as potshang dance and string dance, and are warm and hospitable. The unique natural scenery and rich ethnic customs make it an undeveloped tourist destination for experiencing the eastern Tibetan culture and exploring the secret of the plateau.
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.