Let September 21 Be a Holiday for us for Millions of Years
Twenty-one years ago on August 23 Armenia declared its independence from the Soviet Union. Full Independence was declared after the referendum on September 21. And it is on this day…
Karchevan Village: the Marvel of Nature
Armenia is indeed a mixture of different “cultures” in the sense that each region, each town and village has its unique culture, its own customs and traditions. Karchevan (one of…
St. Sargis Church in Meghri
St. Sargis basilica church, built in the 17th century, is situated in Meghri town, marz Syunik. What attracts me most about this church is its simplicity and tranquility. The first…
Astvatsynkal Monastery
If you happen to visit marz Aragatsotn, do not miss the chance to visit the “treasure” of the region. Between the villages of Yernjatap and Hartavan, on the right bank…
Yerevan: the Heart of Armenia
View of YerevanDuring the previous months we have managed to talk about different regions, towns and villages in Armenia. However, we never had the chance to talk about the biggest…
5 Things that Amaze Tourists about Armenia
Armenia is not a very popular travel destination. Some people do not even know where the country is situated. Others know very little about Armenia and that is why our…
Glance of Armenia from the Sky
Photos by Hetq Online Mount AraratMarz LoriHaghpat Monastery (10th century), Marz LoriSanahin Monastery (10th century), Marz LoriOdzun Church (5th century), Marz LoriMarz LoriMarz LoriMarmashen Monastery (10th century), Marz Shirak Mount AraratSardarapat MemorialSaint Hripsime…
The New Swinging Bridge: Khndzoresk Welcomes Tourists
There would hardly be anyone who would not agree with the statement that Armenia is more attractive and beautiful with its undiscovered miracles. Every corner of Armenia has its own history…
Armenian National Dance Ver-veri: Jump Up High
Photo © Narek HarutyunyanNational Armenian dances are something that every Armenian should be proud of. They are all full of tranquility, peace, joy, love and tender. Ver-veri (Վեր-վերի) or Ver-Veruk…
Vardavar: All you Need is a Bucket Full of Water
Vardavar in center of YerevanYou probably know that Armenians are the first nation in the world that adopted Christianity as an official religion (301). Thus Armenians have a number of…