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/Riyadh |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+3 |
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.
Al-Mahdadhah is a small city in the Najran province of Saudi Arabia, located on the edge of the southern Saudi desert near the Yemeni border. Known for its traditional Arab architecture and tranquil desert atmosphere, the city retains its old adobe houses and winding alleyways, revealing the unique history of the Najran region. As a former caravan post, Mehd Zahab was a trading hub connecting the southern and northern parts of the Arabian Peninsula, and still has a strong sense of humanity today. The hot and dry climate of the region means that most of the inhabitants are engaged in agriculture and animal husbandry, but in recent years the unique cultural landscape has attracted a small number of tourists to visit and experience the original charm of the desert town.