Time Zone |
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
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. |
Shah Alam, the capital of the Malaysian state of Selangor, is located on the west coast of the Malay Peninsula, close to the capital city of Kuala Lumpur and about 30 minutes from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The city was planned in the 1960s to be the new administrative center of Selangor and has developed into a modern city with industrial, commercial and residential functions. Known for its multiculturalism, Shah Alam is home to iconic attractions such as Malaysia's largest national mosque and the Blue Lagoon Gardens, as well as being an important base for the automobile manufacturing industry, which has attracted many international companies to invest in the city. With its convenient transportation network and excellent civic amenities, Shah Alam has become an integral satellite city of the Greater Kuala Lumpur region, combining urban vibrancy with livability.
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.