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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Kandian Manchu Autonomous County is located in the southeastern part of Liaoning Province, belonging to Dandong City, situated on the bank of the Yalu River, across the river from North Korea, and is one of the important border counties in China. It is one of the important border counties in China. Here, the remaining veins of Changbai Mountain are winding, and the water systems of Yalu River and Hun River are intertwined, giving birth to natural wonders such as Qingshanggou, Tianhuashan and Huabeishan, with a forest coverage rate of more than 76%, which is regarded as the "Green Pearl of Liaodong". As a Manchu settlement, the Manchu culture is profound, and the characteristic folklore and festivals are unique and charming. Relying on ecological and human resources, the local area has developed special agriculture represented by column ginseng and chestnut, as well as landscape tourism and border tourism, making it an excellent destination to experience the blend of nature and humanities in the northeastern borderlands.
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.