To Gyumri by Train… (Part 1)
"100 Years of Armenian Railroads"For those who have a bit of extra time, an aversion to crowded marshutkas, or enjoy the romance of ancient cities and rail travel, a day-long…
PEOPLE, TOURISM AND CULTURE – ARMENIA AT ITS BEST!
Laurent Nadeau, my husband and I Louise Aznavour began our love affair with Armenia about 10 years ago. I was invited to give a series of workshops at the American…
A Day in Armenia’s Wine Country
A view of the Arpa River from the bridge in AreniAbout an hour and a half south of Yerevan on the main road is the village of Areni. You will…
Along the Old Silk Road in Vayots Dzor
The sign welcoming you to Yeghegnadzor. (Photo courtesy of Narek Beglaryan)Heading south on the main road from Yerevan, about 20 minutes past Areni, lies the town of Yeghegnadzor, the provincial…
Undiscovered Armavir Marz
I live near Armavir Marz, which I used to think was the most boring, un-touristworthy Marz in Armenia. Sure, it has Echmiadzin, but that's all the way in the East,…
Rediscovering a Lost Community in Vayots Dzor
Late August sunset over a family plot at the medieval Jewish cemetery in YeghegisDriving south from Yerevan, after you pass Areni (of wine and cave fame) and Noravank, you reach…
Ghosts Of The Past In Vayots Dzor
About two hours south of Yerevan, in Vayots Dzor Marz, is the town of Yeghegnadzor where I serve as a Peace Corps volunteer teaching English at a local university. The…
Armenia’s New Year Eve and Food
New Year Eve is still a big celebration time in Armenia, a nice close family gathering, keeping together, sharing last minutes of the past year. It's a lofty moment, as there is an Armenian…
Tatev Tramway was Breathtaking
Susan and Liz wanted to see the new developments in the Southern Corridor of Armenia, where Tatev Revival project is taking place. We drove all the way from Ijevan to…
Crafts People in Vernissage
The outdoor market is located right next to the Republic Square, active only on the weekends, colorful, crowded, live. Vernissage attracts almost every visitor of Yerevan. This is where you…