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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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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. |
Longhui County, belonging to Shaoyang City of Hunan Province, is located in the hinterland of Xuefeng Mountain in the southwestern part of Hunan Province, which is known as "six degrees of mountain water and six degrees of Yao", and it is a unique area where Xuefeng culture and Yao flavor are blended. Here, the mountains are stacked with verdant mountains and streams, and the Tiger Mountain Scenic Spot of Dahuayao is famous for its ancient trees, deep canyons and ancient Yao villages, preserving the only "Hua Yao" culture in the country, and the non-heritage skills such as flower picking and woo-woo songs are unique and charming.
Longhui is also the "Hometown of Honeysuckle in China", with a planting history of more than 300 years, production accounting for one-third of the country, and its "Longhui Honeysuckle" has been awarded the National Geographical Indication Product. The former residence of Wei Yuan, a thinker in the Qing Dynasty, is located here, adding a heavy humanistic heritage to the land. In recent years, Longhui has relied on ecological and cultural resources to create a tourist destination that integrates recreation, folklore, and study, attracting attention from people looking for a secret place in Hunan.
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.