Time Zone |
Asia/Seoul |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northern part of Jeollanam-do Province in South Korea, Damyang County is known as the "Bamboo Town of Korea" and has a history of over 600 years of bamboo culture. It has a history of more than 600 years of bamboo culture. There are many bamboo forests in the county, and the "Bamboo Forest Road" is the most representative one, with the kilometer-long bamboo forest trail being named one of the "World's 50 Most Beautiful Attractions" by CNN Travel. Relying on bamboo resources, the local area has developed a wealth of eco-tourism experiences, such as the Tamyang Bamboo Theme Park, bamboo craft workshops and bamboo rafting, where visitors can make bamboo crafts and enjoy specialties such as bamboo rice and bamboo leaf tea. In addition, Tamyang also preserves traditional Hanok villages and historical sites such as Gwanghye Temple, intertwining nature and humanity, making it an ideal destination for experiencing Korea's idyllic atmosphere.
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.