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/Taipei |
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.
Located in the northeastern part of Kaohsiung City, Taiwan Province of China, Dashu District is situated in the western foothills of the Central Mountain Range, and is a typical mountainous administrative area, neighboring Kaohsiung Taoyuan District in the east, connecting with Dacheng and Renwu Districts in the west, and connecting with Dashu and Dacheng Districts in the south, and adjoining Meinong District in the north, with a total area of about 78.73 square kilometers. The rolling hills in the district, with streams such as Nanzixian Creek and Laonong Creek meandering through it, have given rise to a wealth of ecological resources and natural landscapes, such as Dagui Lake, Longmei Well, and Bamboo Foot Forest Nature Reserve, making it a popular destination for hiking, stream tracing, and bird-watching. Dashu District is rooted in agriculture and is rich in tropical fruits such as pineapple, lychee, longan, etc. In particular, "Dashu Pineapple" is famous all over Taiwan, and in recent years it has developed special tours such as "Pineapple Crisp DIY" and "Farm Experience" in conjunction with leisure agriculture. In recent years, the area has developed "Pineapple Cake DIY" and "Farm Experience" in conjunction with leisure agriculture. In addition, the area retains the culture of traditional Hakka settlements, such as Guangxing Palace, Xingshun Palace and other temples, as well as the centuries-old street "Jiuqu Tang Old Street," a blend of natural scenery and humanistic heritage, which has become a popular in-depth tour destination in Kaohsiung's suburbs.