Explore Armenia

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Zvartnots Cathedral
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Zvartnots Cathedral

Built in the 7th century on a plateau overlooking Mount Ararat, Zvartnots Cathedral stands as one of Armenia's most remarkable archaeological sites, inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage list.

Dilijan National Park
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Dilijan National Park

Dense forests, medieval monasteries and river gorges: Dilijan National Park spans over 28,000 hectares in northeastern Armenia and shelters the sites of Haghartsin and Goshavank.

Cascade Complex (Kaskad)
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Cascade Complex (Kaskad)

Yerevan's Kaskad is a monumental white limestone staircase that climbs through the heart of the city, blending contemporary sculptures, art galleries and sweeping views of Mount Ararat.

Akhtala Fortress Monastery
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Akhtala Fortress Monastery

Perched above the Debed Gorge, Akhtala Fortress Monastery preserves among the most remarkable 13th-century Georgian-Byzantine frescoes of the Caucasus, within a setting of still-standing medieval fortifications.

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Armenia History Museum in Yerevan

Located on Republic Square in Yerevan, the Armenia History Museum houses over 90,000 objects spanning from prehistory to the contemporary era.

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Yerevan Brandy Factory

Historic site of Armenian brandy production since 1887, the Yerevan factory is open to visitors with tours of the cellars, ArArAt heritage museum and guided tasting.

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Tatev Monastery

Founded in the 9th century in Syunik province, Tatev Monastery overlooks the Vorotan gorge and was one of the great intellectual centers of medieval Armenia.

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Sevanavank

Sevanavank Monastery

Perched on a peninsula of Lake Sevan at 2,000 meters altitude, Sevanavank Monastery, founded in 874, preserves two medieval churches emblematic of Armenian architecture.

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Semyonovka

Semyonovka

Founded in 1845 by Russian Molokan settlers, Semyonovka is a high-altitude village perched on the Dilijan pass, between dissident heritage and panoramic views over Lake Sevan.

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Selim Caravanserai

A 14th-century medieval relay set at 2,410 m on the Selim Pass, between Yeghegnadzor and Lake Sevan, bearing witness to Armenian-Persian trade routes.

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Sanahin

Sanahin

A 10th-century UNESCO-listed monastery, medieval bridge and museum of the Mikoyan brothers: Sanahin encapsulates Armenian history in the Debed canyon.

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Saint Gregory Cathedral

Consecrated in 2001 to commemorate 1,700 years of Armenian Christianity, the Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral is the largest religious building in Yerevan.

Traditions
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Parz Lake

A small forest lake in Dilijan National Park, 20 minutes from town: 1.5 km trail, birdwatching, and water activities.

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Noravank Monastery

Deep within the Amaghu Gorge, Noravank Monastery brings together three medieval churches linked to the Orbélian princes and sculptor Momik, set against a remarkable rocky backdrop.

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Noradouz Cemetery (Noratus)

The world's largest preserved khachkar cemetery, Noratus brings together over 900 sculpted stone crosses dating from the 10th to 18th centuries, near Lake Sevan.

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Saint

Saint

Cathedral founded in the 4th century, seat of the Catholicos and one of the world's oldest Christian monuments, UNESCO-listed in Vagharshapat.

SpiritualityHistory
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Megerian Carpet

Megerian Carpet

Manufactory, museum and carpet shop in Shengavit district, southwest Yerevan: Armenian knot, natural dyes and collections from the 15th to 19th century.

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Matosavank Monastery

Founded in 1247 near Dilidjan, Matosavank Monastery is discovered at the end of a forest walk in the national park, 3.5 km from the town.

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