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 |
Pacific/Majuro |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+12 |
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.
Jaluit Atoll is one of the major atolls of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). Located in the western central Pacific Ocean, Jaluit Atoll consists of about 90 small islands and coral reefs, with a land area of less than 11 square kilometers and a lagoon area of 670 square kilometers, making it the second-largest atoll in the RMI. It was once the administrative center during the German colonial period and the Japanese Mandate, and retains historical sites such as the old church and the ruins of the German trading post. The atoll's population of about 1,700 people, mainly on Jaluit, is based on fishing and copra cultivation, with a strong traditional seafaring culture. The surrounding waters are rich in coral reefs, making it a potential destination for diving and eco-tourism, but due to its remoteness, the tourism industry has not been developed on a large scale, and the area remains untouched in terms of both nature and people.