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/Kuala_Lumpur |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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.
Marudi is a town in Miri Province, Sarawak, Malaysia, located in the northern part of the island of Borneo, near the banks of the Baram River, about 100 kilometers from the city of Miri. The town has a long history and was once an important administrative and trading center in northern Sarawak, with a predominantly timber and agricultural economy. Surrounded by dense tropical rainforest, Marudi is rich in biodiversity and indigenous culture, especially the Penan and Kenyah communities.
As a gateway to the outback, Marudi is a base for exploring ecotourism in the Banan River Basin, where visitors can experience river cruising, bushwalking and Aboriginal longhouse culture. The climate is tropical rainforest type, warm and humid all year round. Despite its small size, Marudi has a good infrastructure and offers basic accommodation and transportation services, making it an ideal location to learn about Sarawak's natural and human characteristics.