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 |
Pacific/Tarawa |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+12 |
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.
Lunga, an atoll in Kiribati's Gilbert Islands, is located about 300 kilometers north of the capital, South Tarawa, and consists of several small islands surrounded by a tranquil lagoon. As part of Kiribati, it has retained its pristine nature, with white sandy beaches set against turquoise blue waters, a paradise for marine life. The atoll is sparsely populated, and the local residents maintain a traditional way of life with fishing and coconut cultivation as their livelihood. Due to its low-lying location, Lungata is also threatened by rising sea levels and is at the forefront of observing the effects of climate change. Its unique location and ecological values make it a fragile and precious meeting point of nature and humanity in the Pacific Ocean.