Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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.
Uyang County is located in the south of Henan Province, west of Zhumadian City, is located in the transition zone of the Fuyao Mountains and Dabie Mountains, the upper reaches of the Huaihe River, known as the "emerald of the Central Plains". Ancient Biyang County, named after the Uyang River, has a long history and deep cultural heritage. The territory of Pangu Mountain is said to be the Pangu open heaven and earth holy land, the annual temple fair on the third day of the third month of the lunar calendar to attract the believers at home and abroad; Tongshan Lake water surface is open, is a national water conservancy scenic area, the ecological environment is superior. Specialty Uyang mushroom, summer grass is famous, of which Uyang mushroom for the national geographic indications products, renowned at home and abroad. In recent years, relying on ecological advantages, Uyang develops special agriculture and cultural and tourism industries, and is a livable city in the Central Plains with both natural scenery and cultural heritage.