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Asia/Shanghai |
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UTC+8 |
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Asia/Yerevan |
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UTC+4 |
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Qin County is part of Changzhi City, Shanxi Province, China, located in the hinterland of the Loess Plateau in Southeast Jin, with a total area of about 1,315 square kilometers. Because of its geographical characteristics of being surrounded by mountains on all sides and a basin in the center, it is known as the "Little Jiangnan of Taihang".
The history of Qinxian can be traced back to the Spring and Autumn Period, and it is one of the important birthplaces of Jin culture. During the Anti-Japanese War, it was an important base for the Eighth Route Army, leaving a large number of red relics. The local heritage of intangible cultural heritage, such as Jin Opera and paper-cutting, is passed down, and the folk customs are simple and generous.
With agriculture as the leading industry, it is a national commodity grain base county, and Qinzhou yellow millet is a geographical indication product. In recent years, the tourism industry has been gradually developed, relying on the Zhanghe River Wetland, West Lake Reservoir and other ecological resources to create a leisure and vacation destination.
There are cultural relics protection units such as Nanneshui stone carvings and the former site of αmu Association in the territory. The traditional temple fair held on the sixth day of the sixth lunar month every year integrates folklore exhibitions and trade activities, and is an important window for experiencing the humanistic flavor of Southeast Jin.
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.