Armenia sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
Armenia is a country of old history and rich heritage. There are many places of interest in the country, and the majority of them are located in its capital, the city of Yerevan, and its suburbs. Probably, the best way to start exploring the city is to visit Republic Square that is home to a large museum complex, governmental buildings and numerous lovely parks and squares. Erivan Fortress is an important tourist destination in the city. Built in the 16th century, the fortress has become a symbol of the historic part of Yerevan. Do not forget to visit Matenadaran – this is a unique cultural center where visitors can see a priceless collection of manuscripts dated back to the 5th – 10th centuries.
1. The borders of Armenia with Turkey and Azerbaijan are closed. It is impossible to get to Armenia through these countries. 2. If you have notes on …
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Fresh mountain air is useful for children. Amazing tours to the most ancient places will be very informative and interesting for curious minds. The …
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The formation of the modern country started in ancient times, in the 12th century BC, and continued by the 6th century BC. Modern Armenian people are considered as descendants of ancient Urartean, Hurrian and Luwian tribes. The precise date of the formation of the Armenian kingdom is unknown. Some historians think that it was formed in the 6th century BC. The first written references to the country called Great Armenia date back to 331 BC. In some written sources, the country is referred to as the Kingdom of Ayrarat.
Shopping is an integral part of any trip. Armenia offers excellent opportunities for buying both exclusively traditional items and outfits by world …
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One of the main tourist centers in the country is Lake Sevan located in the picturesque mountainous area. On the shores of the lake, there are a lot of comfortable hotels and boarding houses that attract fans of beach recreation, health tourism and walks along picturesque natural sites.
Armenia was the first country in the world that adopted Christianity as the main religion. According to the calendar of the Armenian Apostolic Church, …
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In Armenia, a lot of beautiful national holidays are celebrated. One of the most interesting ones is the National Wine Day. Main festive events are usually held in the picturesque village of Areni Vayots’ Dzori Marz. Several years ago, as a result of archeological researches in the surroundings of the village, the old winery that was open in the 9th century was found.
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National and city parks of Armenia
♥ National Park 'Dilijan' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Lake Arpi' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Sevan' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Dilijan' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Lake Arpi' . On the map Photos
♥ National Park 'Sevan' . On the map Photos
Castles of Armenia
♥ Castle 'Berdavan Fortress' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Berdkunk' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Bjni Fortress' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Boloraberd' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Dashtadem Fortress' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Berdavan Fortress' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Berdkunk' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Bjni Fortress' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Boloraberd' . On the map Photos
♥ Castle 'Dashtadem Fortress' . On the map Photos
Famous and uniques places in Armenia from our review series
Tatev ropeway
From the series “The Longest Ski-Lifts and Cable Trams in the World”
Tatev ropeway is one of the most popular sights in Armenia. It was opened in October, 2010. This aerial tramway was built to connect the settlements Halidzor and Tatev separated by deep Vorotan Gorge. Near the settlement of Tatev there is an ancient monastery, which has long attracted curious tourists. Specifications of the tramway are very impressive. It’s 5,700 meters long; the passenger cabin can accommodate up to 25 people at the same time.
Given that the cabin moves at the speed of 37 km/h, it takes less than 12 minutes to overcome the formidable part of the road. It’s also worth noting that the cableway is very high; it’s more than 320 meters above the gorge. A week after the opening of Tatev cable car, a significant event occurred - it was mentioned in the Guinness Book of … Read all
Given that the cabin moves at the speed of 37 km/h, it takes less than 12 minutes to overcome the formidable part of the road. It’s also worth noting that the cableway is very high; it’s more than 320 meters above the gorge. A week after the opening of Tatev cable car, a significant event occurred - it was mentioned in the Guinness Book of … Read all
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