Time Zone |
America/Denver |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-7 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-6 |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
McDermitt is a unique small border town located in the northern part of Nevada, USA, on the border with Oregon, straddling the border between the two states. It is dominated by a Native American community and is part of the traditional territory of the Western Shoshone and Northern Paiute nations. The economy is based on agriculture, livestock, and small retail businesses, and the surrounding desert and mountainous landscape is mostly sparsely populated, with a 2020 count of only about 500 people. With a rich history as a military post and trading post, McDermitt is now characterized by a peaceful rural atmosphere and First Nations culture that attracts a handful of tourists to explore its natural beauty and frontier flair.
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.