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/Dubai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
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.
The Palm Jumeirah is a man-made archipelago off the coast of Dubai, UAE, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Launched in 2001, the project was created by reclaiming land to create a unique design in the shape of a palm tree, consisting of a trunk, 16 branches and a wrap-around breakwater.
The giant island extends 5.5 kilometers into the Persian Gulf and is 5 kilometers wide, with a total area equivalent to 800 soccer fields. It is connected to mainland Dubai by a 300-meter-long bridge and is the first of Dubai's three Palm Islands planned to be completed.
The island is home to a number of luxury hotels, including the landmark Atlantis Hotel with its water park and Dolphin Cove. 8,000 oceanfront villas and apartments are spread out over 17 lobes, with a large shopping mall and the monorail monorail system in the center.
As Dubai's premier tourist destination, The Palm Jumeirah attracts millions of visitors annually, significantly boosting Dubai's tourism revenues. Its innovative engineering design and luxury living experience make it an exemplary example of modern mankind's transformation of nature.