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/Shanghai |
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.
Weishan County, located in the southwest of Shandong Province, belongs to Jining City, and is situated in the core area of Weishan Lake (the largest freshwater lake in northern China), which is a beautiful place due to the lake and the water. It has a vast expanse of water, rich wetland resources, and 10,000 acres of lotus flowers blooming in summer, forming the unique landscape of "China's Lotus Capital", which is a resort for eco-tourism and bird-watching. Weishan Lake is not only an important hub for the South-to-North Water Diversion, but also carries a profound history and culture - the famous railroad guerrillas once fought here, and the classic melody of "the sun is about to set in the west" sings the red memories of this place. Nanyang Ancient Town and Weishan Lake National Wetland Park in the lake area are attracting tourists from all over the world to experience the charm of "a lake with blue waves reflecting the original heart" by combining natural scenery and humanistic heritage.