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 |
Europe/Tirane |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+2 |
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.
Gramsh is a quiet mountain town in the central Albanian state of Elbasan, situated in the upper valley of the Shkumbin River, surrounded by the rolling Albanian mountains and blessed with natural beauty. The town is known for its traditional agriculture and simplicity, and its inhabitants have preserved ancient customs and crafts such as wool weaving and wood carving, which are still practiced today. The ruins of the Castle of Gramsh around the town date back to the Middle Ages and are a testament to history, while the nearby Valbona Valley National Park is a hiker's paradise, with its snow-capped mountains, forests and streams. Despite its small size, Gramsh, with its untouched and untouched charm, is a hidden gem for exploring the nature and people of central Albania.