Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
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 eastern part of the Aksu region in China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Kuqa is an important historical and cultural city in the southern foothills of the Tianshan Mountains. As the center of the ancient state of Guzi, Kuqa boasts over 2,000 years of civilization and was a key hub on the Silk Road. The region is known for its rich cultural heritage, including sites such as the Thousand Buddha Caves of Kizil, the Great Temple of Kuqa, and the ancient city of Subash, demonstrating diverse Buddhist and Islamic influences.
With a temperate continental climate, Kuqa has well-developed agricultural and energy industries, producing cotton, melons and fruits, and is rich in oil and gas. The population is about 500,000, mainly Uyghurs, with a strong ethnic flavor and unique traditional music and dance. Conveniently connected to the railroad and highway network in southern Xinjiang, tourism continues to develop, attracting tourists from around the world to explore its ancient and modern charms.
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.