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 |
Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-1 |
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 southwestern part of the island of Santiago, Cape Verde, on the west coast of Africa, the County of São Domingos is the country's second-tier administrative region, about 15 kilometers from the capital city of Praia, in the southern core of the archipelago. As one of the oldest settlements in Cape Verde, Santo Domingos was founded in the 15th century and was once an important trading hub during the Portuguese colonial period. It has retained its colonial architecture, with historical monuments such as the Church of Santo Domingos, which is both culturally valuable and attractive to tourists. The local economy is mainly based on agriculture (such as sugar cane and fruit cultivation) and handicrafts, but in recent years it has gradually developed small-scale manufacturing and services based on its geographical advantage of being close to the capital. The population is predominantly Creole, and the culture is a blend of Portuguese and African traditions. The annual Carnival and other festivities are full of local characteristics, making it one of the windows to experience Cape Verde's multiculturalism.