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Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
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Asia/Yerevan |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+4 |
Daylight Saving Time |
Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
Shibuxian County is located in the southwestern part of China's Hebei Province, under Handan City, at the eastern foothills of the Taihang Mountains, at the junction of Jin, Hebei and Henan provinces, with a total area of about 1,509 square kilometers. The county is dominated by mountainous and hilly terrain, with a temperate continental monsoon climate and four distinct seasons. With a long history, Shibuixian is one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and has a rich cultural heritage, such as Nuwa Palace and the former site of the command headquarters of the 129th Division of the Eighth Route Army, among other famous attractions. The economy is based on agriculture and tourism, producing walnuts, peppercorns and other specialties, while actively developing green industries and red tourism. The transportation is convenient, with the Qinglan Expressway and the Hand Chang Railway passing through the county, connecting it to the major cities around. With its unique natural scenery and deep cultural heritage, Shibuxian has become an important tourist destination in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei 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.