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/Taipei |
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.
Located in the southern part of Miaoli County, Taiwan Province of China, Sanyi is a famous town for wood carving art and is known as the "Hometown of Wood Carving". This Hakka settlement is about 400 meters above sea level and has a pleasant climate. There are historical relics from the Japanese colonial period such as Shengxing Station and Longteng Broken Bridge. The Sanyi Woodcarving Museum is the only thematic museum in Asia that focuses on woodcarving, and the International Woodcarving Festival is held annually. Local specialties include Hakka cognac sticks, wood carving crafts and sour citrus tea, and the Taiwan Railway Old Mountain Line Railway Bike is an emerging popular attraction. Sanyi Township combines traditional culture, natural landscapes and artistic creations to become an important cultural tourism destination in Miaoli County.