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 on the border of Hsinchu and Miaoli Counties in Taiwan Province of China, Lion's Head Mountain, named for its resemblance to a crouching lion, is a famous Buddhist shrine and national scenic area in Taiwan. It was developed in the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty, and the temples in the mountain are scattered, covering the three religions of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, such as Persuasive Church, King Kong Temple, and Haihui Temple, etc. The buildings are built on the mountain, combining the styles of Fujian, Guangdong and Japanese, and are known as "Northern Lion's Head and Southern Alishan". The scenic area is lined with strange rocks and stones, such as the "Vajra Dharma Seat" and the "Stone Monkey Welcoming Guests," etc. The trail winds through the verdant forests, with the azaleas in full bloom in the spring and the maples on fire in the fall, combining natural ecology and humanistic heritage. As an important center of faith and a place of recreation for the Taiwanese people, the Lion's Head Mountain not only carries a profound religious culture, but is also a representative landscape that demonstrates the harmonious blend of nature and humanity in the Taiwan region of China.