Time Zone |
Asia/Hong_Kong |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Located in the northern part of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China, the New Territories is one of the three major geographical regions of Hong Kong, covering an area of about 748 square kilometers, or nearly 70% of Hong Kong's total land area. As an integral part of Hong Kong, the New Territories encompasses a number of new towns such as Sha Tin, Tuen Mun and Yuen Long, as well as rural villages and nature reserves. The area is densely populated and combines modern urban facilities with traditional cultural landscapes, such as the famous Ping Shan Heritage Trail and the Mai Po Nature Reserve. The New Territories is also an important transportation hub and economic development area for Hong Kong, with cross-border control points connecting the Mainland and Hong Kong, such as Lok Ma Chau and Shenzhen Bay, located here. Its diverse ecological and cultural heritage makes it a popular choice for tourism and residence.
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.