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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. |
Lintai County, located in the southeast of Pingliang City, Gansu Province, at the intersection of Shaanxi, Gansu and Ningxia provinces, has a long history and is one of the birthplaces of Zhou culture. The name "Lintai" originates from the allusion to the construction of Lintai when King Wen of Zhou was attacking the Mishu country, and there is a national cultural relics protection unit - Lintai Temple in the territory, as well as Niucun, Baicaopo, and other Western Zhou ruins, with a deep cultural heritage. Here is located in the loess plateau gully area, Daxi River through the territory, the ecological environment is pleasant, producing apples, walnuts and other specialty agricultural products, Lintai apple is a national geographic indications products. In recent years, relying on historical, cultural and ecological resources, Lintai has promoted the integrated development of culture and tourism, which is a unique place to explore the Zhou civilization and feel the flavor of the loess.
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.