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/Hebron |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
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.
Der'ātir is an ancient city in southern Jordan, located in the Harran Plain in the Ma'an Governorate near the Syrian border, at an important point along ancient trade routes. The city has a long history dating back to the Bronze Age, having been a border town of the Nabataean Kingdom and later influenced by Roman, Byzantine and Islamic civilizations, leaving behind a rich heritage. The city's Roman theater, ruins of Byzantine churches and old Ottoman-style buildings showcase the charm of multicultural intermingling. As the gateway city of southern Jordan on the border with Syria, Deir el-Atir is not only strategically important, but also an important window to Jordan's history and folklore due to its unique geographical location and deep cultural heritage.