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 southeastern part of Qiannan Buyi and Miao Autonomous Prefecture of Guizhou Province, Sandu Water Autonomous County is the only autonomous county of the Water Tribe in China, and is also the birthplace of the culture of the Water Tribe as well as the main settlement. It is also the birthplace of the Shui culture and the main settlement. With the beautiful mountains and the Duliu River passing through the area, it has nurtured a unique Shui culture. The ancient scripts and water books of the Shui people are regarded as the "living fossil" of hieroglyphics, and traditional festivals such as the Duan Festival and the Mao Festival have been passed down for thousands of years, while non-heritage skills such as horsetail embroidery and silver jewelry making are unique. The natural landscapes such as Goyong Mountain and Snowflake Cave in the city are reflected with the villages of the Shui ethnic minority, which is a secret place for experiencing the original ethnic culture and exploring the history of the Shui ethnic minority. Sandu attracts more and more tourists to explore with its deep cultural heritage and beautiful landscape scenery.
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.