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/Pyongyang |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+9 |
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.
Mampo is a border city of Jagang Province in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, located in the northwestern part of the country, across the Yalu River from Jilin Province in China. As an important port for trade between the DPRK and China, Manpo has a strategic position in terms of economy and transportation. The city is predominantly industrial, covering mining, wood processing and light industrial production. Mampo has a long history as a military fortress during the Goguryeo period and retains some historical and cultural relics today. The climate is temperate monsoon with four distinct seasons. Despite its limited access to tourism, Mampo attracts attention for its unique border landscape and industrial features, and serves as a window into the development of northwestern Korea.