Time Zone |
Asia/Taipei |
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. |
Located in the northeastern corner of Taiwan, Keelung is surrounded by mountains on three sides and the sea on the other, making it an important international commercial port and fishing base in Taiwan. Formerly known as "Chicken Cage", from the phonetic translation of the early Pingpu Ketagalan tribe, the city was officially named Keelung in 1886. As the maritime gateway to Northern Taiwan, Keelung Harbor stays open year-round and serves important functions such as container transportation, cruise ship docking and fishing operations.
Keelung is known for its unique rainy capital culture, with an average of more than 200 rainy days per year. The Miaokou Night Market is one of the most prestigious tourist night markets in Taiwan, bringing together local delicacies such as tempura, dingbian jiao, and nutritious sandwiches. The Chicken Cage Mid-Year Festival held every year on the Mid-Year's Day is also an important folklore celebration in Taiwan, and has been classified as an intangible cultural asset. The Heping Island Park, the Colorful Houses of Chengbin Fishing Harbor, and the Museum of Marine Science in the city are popular sightseeing spots.
Keelung belongs to the Keelung River Basin, with many hills and few plains, and has a subtropical monsoon climate with rainy winters. The unique harbor topography creates a meandering coastline and a natural harbor. It is about 30 kilometers away from Taipei City, forming a close living circle of Greater Taipei through highways and railroads. The outlying islands of Keelung and Pengjia are also an important part of its maritime territory.
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.