Time Zone |
Asia/Shanghai |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+8 |
Daylight Saving Time |
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. |
Xiajiang, a county under the jurisdiction of Ji'an City, Jiangxi Province, is located in the middle reaches of the Gan River, in the center of Jiangxi Province, on the edge of the Jitai Basin, neighboring Yongfeng and Le'an in the east, Jishui in the south, Ji'an and Xinguan in the west, and Xinyu in the north, making it an important node connecting central Gan with northern Gan. The total area of the county is about 1,287 square kilometers, with a population of about 170,000, and the county government is located in ShuiBian Town. Xiajiang has a long history. The county was founded in the fifth year of Jiahe (236) in Wu of the Three Kingdoms, initially named Bachu, but later renamed Xiajiang because of the mountains and canyons on both sides of the Gan River, and has been called the "Gateway to Central Gan". As one of the seventy-two blessed places of Taoism, the Yuzhu Mountain in its territory is characterized by beautiful scenery and rich cultural heritage. As a key project in the main stream of the Gan River, the Xiajiang Water Conservancy Hub Project, which is also a comprehensive project for flood control, power generation, navigation and irrigation, is guarding the people along the riverbanks with peace and quiet. It is also a place of rich produce, where traditional delicacies such as Xiajiang Rice Vermicelli and Sanhe Vermicelli have long been famous, and agricultural products such as oranges and tea are exported both at home and abroad, making it a place of charm that combines nature and humanities.
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.