Time Zone |
Atlantic/St_Helena |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+0 |
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. |
Jamestown, the capital and only town of St. Helena, is located in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean and is a British Overseas Territory. Founded in 1659, it is one of the oldest European colonial settlements in the southern hemisphere. Bounded by the steep "James Valley", the town's colorful houses line the coastline, combining 18th-century English architecture with a tropical feel. A historic site, Napoleon Bonaparte spent the last six years of his life here (1815-1821), and his home, Longwood, remains intact, attracting history buffs from around the world. Jamestown is also the economic and administrative center of St. Helena, with a population of about 600, and a small port that connects the island to the outside world. With its unique location and colonial heritage, it is an understated and fascinating jewel in the South Atlantic.
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.