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Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Europe/Stockholm |
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.
Mora is a historic city in the Swedish province of Dalarna, situated on the northern shore of Lake Siljan in central Sweden, surrounded by forests and lakes and beautiful natural scenery. The town is famous for its "Vasaloppet" starting point - every March, tens of thousands of cross-country skiers from all over the world set off from here to complete the 90-kilometer-long classic race to Sallen, which is one of the world's longest cross-country ski races. Mallor has also retained a rich Dalecarlian heritage, with unique local crafts, folk music and wooden houses, and attracts a large number of tourists who come to experience Sweden's outdoor and cultural charms, from hiking and boating in the summer to skiing in the winter.