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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. |
Located in the southwestern part of Hulunbeier City in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, New Balkhu Right Banner is situated in the junction zone of China, Russia and Mongolia, and is one of the important border banners and counties in Inner Mongolia. It has a vast Hulunbeier grassland with abundant water and grass, dense lakes, and is a settlement of Balkhu Mongols, preserving the pure Mongolian nomadic culture. Every summer, the Naadam Conference, horse racing, wrestling, archery and other traditional activities attract many tourists, showing the bravado and enthusiasm of the grassland people. There are natural landscapes such as Hulun Lake and Ulaan Nuur Wetland in the territory, which are rich in ecotourism resources. Meanwhile, as a base of animal husbandry, the quality of beef and mutton is excellent, and it is the core production area of "Hulunbeier Mutton". Border trade and ethnic culture blend, so that this place has become a unique place to experience the grassland flavor, feel the charm of the frontier.
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.