Time Zone |
Asia/Tehran |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3.5 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+4.5 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Khorramshahr is an important port city in Khuzestan Province in southwestern Iran, located at the confluence of the Karun and Shatt al-Arab rivers, near the Persian Gulf. The city has historically been a major trade and shipping hub in Iran and is known for its strategic location.
Khorramshahr was Iran's largest port in the 20th century, but suffered severe damage during the Iran-Iraq War (1980-1988) and was gradually rebuilt after the war. The city is situated in a plain area with a hot and dry climate, and its economy is based on oil, shipping and agriculture, with dates being abundant in the surrounding area.
Today, Khorramshahr has a population of around 200,000, retaining Arab cultural influences and is ethnically diverse. The city is boosting the regional economy through the modernization of its port facilities, becoming a key node for trade in southern Iran.
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.