Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
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. |
Qitaihe City is located in the eastern part of Heilongjiang Province, China, in the transition zone from the Sanjiang Plain to the Wanda Mountains, bordering Russia to the east, and is one of the most important border cities in Northeast Asia. This industrial city, which was once an economic pillar of the coal industry, is now known as the "City of Short-Track Speed Skating Champions", and has produced more than 20 world champions, including Wang Meng and Fan Kexin, and is known as the "Cradle of Winter Olympic Champions". With long and cold winters and abundant snow and ice resources, Qitaihe is a natural resort for ice and snow sports. In recent years, Qitaihe focuses on the integration of sports and culture and tourism in its transformation and development, while relying on agricultural advantages to develop the green food industry, gradually building up a diversified economic pattern, showing the vitality and charm of a frontier city.
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.