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 northeastern part of China's Heilongjiang Province, Luobei County is part of Hegang City and is situated at the confluence of the eastern foothills of the Xiaoxingan Mountains and the banks of the Heilongjiang River. The county is known for its agriculture, forestry and mineral resources, with fertile black soil and rich graphite reserves, and an economy dominated by food production, timber processing and mining. With its beautiful natural scenery and attractions such as the Famous Mountain Island and the Three Gorges of the Heilongjiang River to draw tourists, Laobei also has a unique advantage in cross-border trade and cultural exchanges as a Sino-Russian border county across the river from the Jewish Autonomous Oblast of Russia. The climate is a cold-temperate continental monsoon climate with four distinct seasons, making it suitable for eco-tourism and outdoor activities.
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.