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. |
Zar is a town in the Armenian province of Shirak, located in the northwestern part of the country, about 130 kilometers from the capital Yerevan. It is about 2,000 meters above sea level, has a mild and dry climate, and is known for its magnificent surrounding mountain scenery and ancient religious architecture.
Zar has important historical monuments, such as the 7th century St. George's Church and the Haralambos Monastery, reflecting the depth of Armenian Christian tradition. The local population mostly lives from agriculture and handicrafts, preserving traditional folklore and festivals.
As a small town, Zar's economy is based on agriculture, producing cereals and fruits. In recent years, its unique historical landscape has attracted tourists to explore the hidden gems of the Armenian highlands, making it a niche destination for cultural travelers.
Located in the central part of China's Zhejiang Province, Dongyang City belongs to Jinhua City and is situated at the eastern edge of the Jinqu Basin. It has a total area of 1,747 square kilometers and a resident population of about 1.08 million. Dongyang is known as the "Hometown of Hundreds of Craftsmen", "Hometown of Education", "Hometown of Architecture", and it is also recognized by UNESCO as the "World Capital of Woodcarving".
Dongyang has a history of more than 1,800 years since the establishment of the county in the Eastern Han Dynasty, which has given birth to a unique woodcarving culture, bamboo weaving craft and ancient buildings of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Dongyang wood carving and Chinese classical architecture are perfectly combined, Lu House Suyong Hall, Baitan Service Hall and other ancient buildings are called the model of Jiangnan residential. Modern Dongyang has formed an industrial system dominated by magnetic electronics, medicine and health, and high-end equipment manufacturing, while Hengdian Film and TV City has become the world's largest film and TV shooting base.
Dongyang has 5A-level scenic spots such as Hengdian Film City, Guangzhou Street-Hong Kong Street, and Ming and Qing Dynasty Palace, which receive more than ten million tourists annually. In terms of education, there are many famous schools such as Dongyang Middle School, which is known as the "hometown of doctors" and has cultivated 13 academicians. The transportation is convenient, with the Yongjin Railway and Zhunyong Expressway passing through the city, and Yiwu Airport is only a 30-minute drive away.