Time Zone |
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Time Zone |
Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Shah Alam, the capital of the Malaysian state of Selangor, is located on the west coast of the Malay Peninsula, just 25 kilometers from the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, and is part of the Greater Kuala Lumpur Metropolitan Area. As the administrative center of the state, it is home to the Selangor State Government Building and the State Legislative Assembly, the political and administrative core of the state. Known for its modern and well-planned urban layout with a mix of residential, commercial and industrial areas, Shah Alam is well connected to Kuala Lumpur and neighboring cities via the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and expressways. The city's landmarks include the magnificent Blue Mosque (Sultan Shahruddin Abdul Aziz Shah Mosque) and the Shah Alam Lake Gardens, which attracts tourists and residents alike with its combination of religious and cultural ambience and recreational features. As an important industrial and educational hub in Malaysia, Shah Alam is one of the most vibrant cities in Selangor, not only economically active, but also a great place to live and visit.
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.