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.
Wangan Township is located in the South China Sea area of Penghu County, Taiwan Province of China, consisting of 18 islands with a total area of about 13.78 square kilometers. As the fourth largest island of Penghu Islands, Wangan is famous for its green turtle sanctuary, traditional Minnan settlement and natural ecological landscape. The island retains a large number of basalt geological landscapes, sandy beaches and intertidal ecology, among which Tiantai Mountain is the highest point of the island, where you can enjoy the magnificent sea view and sunset. Local specialties include the ancient houses of the Flower House Settlement (Zhongshe Village), the culture of the Tseng Family Fishing Village, and traditional fishing activities. From May to October each year, green turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, which attracts many ecological enthusiasts. Transportation is by boat from Magong Harbor, a 40-minute voyage, making it an important destination for experiencing the culture and natural ecology of the outlying islands.