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.
Medina, an important city in the western part of Saudi Arabia, is the second holiest city in Islam, meaning "City of the Prophet" in Arabic. In 622 A.D., the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad, migrated here, making it the political and religious center of early Islam. The most famous shrine in the city is the Prophet's Mosque, which houses the tomb of Muhammad and is a must-visit place for Muslims performing Hajj. Medina is known for its strong religious atmosphere and peaceful urban environment, attracting millions of Muslims from all over the world to worship and study every year. As the core of Islamic history and culture, Medina has not only preserved many religious relics, but has also modernized and developed into a city of sanctity and vitality, blending traditional and modern elements.