Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin
These two Byzantine monasteries in the Tumanian region from the period of prosperity during the Kiurikian dynasty (10th to 13th…
Churches of Echmiatsin
'The cathedral and churches of Echmiatsin and the archaeological remains at Zvartnots graphically illustrate the evolution and …
Dilijan
This town in northern Armenia is often compared to Switzerland because of its quaint, historic look and atmosphere and cool cli…
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan is a popular spot for holidaying Armenians because of its mountain air and white sandy beaches. It's also a great p…
Geghard Monastery
The Geghard Monastery's current structure can be dated to the 13th century although its origins can be traced back to pre-Chris…
The Matandadaran
A library and research institute housing many ancient manuscripts and books, the Matenadaran is the world’s largest library of …
Ashtarak
Built around a gorge, this city is known for its old churches and interesting museums but has recently added some more modern f…
Komitas Chamber Music Hall
'This small but very original building was constructed in 1978 (architect: Stepan Kurkchian). It is located in the city center,…
DISCOVER ARMENIA
Welcome to the country, the history of which begins from the biblical mountain Ararat, where Noah’s sons repopulated the earth after the Great Flood, where the rainbow first appeared, where Noah first planted the vine, the country was the first which adopted christianity as a state religion, the country, which sun is ready to give warmth not only to its habitants but also to the guests, for whom the doors of this country are always opened.
Welcome to Fairyland...
Armenia is situated in Between East and West. Armenia frequently is called a museum under an open air . Over 15000 monuments, all the way from prehistoric cave paintings, stonehandges (Karahundj in Armenia), irrigational systems and fortresses to Medieval monasteries and secular Buildings and Khachkars which survived to our days are scattered all over modern Armenia would never leave one cold!
“There is no other land in the world so full of wonders as the land of Armenians…But whatever may have been their destiny, and it has been bitter, whatever it may be in future, their country must ever be one of the most interesting in the world”
George Gordon Byron