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Asia/Yerevan |
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UTC+4 |
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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Goris is the capital of the southern Armenian province of Hunikh, situated in a valley on the banks of the Goris River, at an altitude of about 1,250-1,520 meters above sea level. The city is known for its unique rocky landscape, surrounded by naturally occurring stone pillars and caves, some of which were used as ancient human dwellings. Goris is divided into two parts, the Old Town, which retains the traditional architecture of stone houses, and the New Town, which presents a modernized urban landscape.
Goris has a long history and is a great base for exploring Armenia's cultural heritage. The nearby Tatev Monastery, a religious symbol of Armenia, can be reached via the "Wings of Tatev" cable car. The old cave villages and St. Gregory's Church in the Old Town illustrate the local history, while the Goris History Museum houses a rich collection of regional artifacts.
As the economic center of Shunik Province, Goris is dominated by agriculture, tourism and handicrafts. The city is connected by road to the capital Yerevan (about 240 kilometers) and surrounding towns, and is an important hub for access to the Nagorno-Karabakh region. The mild highland climate makes it suitable for traveling in summer and colder in winter.
Goris attracts tourists with its pristine natural beauty and deep history, making it an ideal destination for hiking adventures and cultural trips. Its unique rocky landscapes and the atmosphere of its quaint towns combine to form a uniquely charming travel experience in the Caucasus.
Ruyang County belongs to Luoyang City, Henan Province, is located in the northern foothills of the western Henan Fuyi Mountain, with a long history, the ancient Yiguo, Sui Daye two years (606 years) set up Ruyang County, named because it is located in the north of the Ru River. Here is the "wine ancestor" Dukang hometown, "Shuowen Jiezi" in "Dukang began to make broomcorn millet wine", Ruyang Dukang village as the birthplace of brewing, cultural heritage. The territory is rich in natural resources, with unique landscapes such as Xitai Mountain and dinosaur fossil groups, among which the dinosaur fossil site has unearthed new species such as "Ruyang Yellow River Giant Dragon", which is known as the "Hometown of Dinosaurs in China". Agriculture is characterized by dulcimer, pepper, sweet potato, etc., and the area of dulcimer planting is among the highest in the country. In recent years, relying on ecological and cultural resources, Ruyang has been striving to build the tourism brand of "Hometown of Wine Ancestor - Ruyang in Mountain and Water", which is a livable county with both historical flavor and natural scenery in the western part of Henan Province.