Time Zone |
Asia/Pyongyang |
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 South Hamgyong Province in the eastern part of the DPRK, Goseong County of the DPRK is one of the most important coastal counties in the DPRK, bordering the Sea of Japan, Gangwon Province in the east by the Taebaek Mountain Range, and the Hamhung Plain in the west. Goseong-eup, the county seat, is situated in the high east and low west, with rich forests in the mountainous areas in the east and the coastal plain in the west. The main industries are fishery and agriculture, with an abundance of seafoods such as mintail and kelp, and the agriculture is based on the cultivation of corn and soybeans. Goseong Bay is a natural harbor with a long history of fishing. The local climate is temperate monsoon with four distinct seasons, with cold winters and little snow, and warm, humid summers. The county retains part of the traditional Korean folk culture and is an important window to the eastern coast of Korea.
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.