How to spend summer in Armenia

Despite the fact that Armenia is one of the oldest countries in the world famous for its biblical past, thanks to the sacred Mountain Ararat, only a few tourists know exactly where to spend a vacation in the best way in this country, while visiting historical monuments, which are 4000 in Armenia and enjoying its stunning landscapes and special cuisine. We offer you several options for summer vacations in Armenia, with the hope that it will be unforgettable for you.

Armenia – is one of the well-known alpinist centers. You can take a mountain hike not far from Yerevan. In addition, to exercise mountaineering you may go to Syunik, Aragats, Kaputjugh, Azhdahak, Tsaghkunyats, Arai-ler, Khustup and Trasar.

If you want to enjoy landscapes, there is no better place than Dilijan, Sevan, Goris, Tatev, Gyumri, Meghri, Sisian, Haghpat. There are mineral springs and in cozy country rest homes you will be treated to natural products.

As concerns the historical sites, we recommend you to visit the ancient pagan temple of Garni, fortress Amberd, Erebuni, to enjoy the ancient architecture of Sardarapat.

Religious tourists can choose a route towards Tatev, Sanahin, Haghpat, Haghartsin, Sevan, Saint Echmiadzin. Armenia is the first country in the world to adopt Christianity officially and it has rich spiritual past.

For archaeologists will be interested in Ararat Valley in Metsamor, Lchashen, Shengavit, Erebuni, Garni, Dvin, Amberd and other areas. The oldest archaeological finds in Armenia belong to the Bronze and Iron Ages.

For gourmets we propose to taste dishes of Armenian cuisine in numerous restaurants of Armenia, where you will be always given a hearty welcome and offered natural wine and traditional Armenian cognac. In addition, picnics here are very popular.

For those who travel with the purpose to improve their health we recommend a visit to sanatoriums of special medical profile and hydropathic. Most of the resorts are located in Jermuk, Arzni, Hankavan, Aghveran, Sevan, Tsakhkadzor and Dilijan.

Armenia is also known for its caves. The most popular caves for tourists are caves of Mozrov, Magila Archer, Lastiver Yot horeri, Canach and Karmir. You may also try diving in the Lake of Sevan, or visit the longest cableway in the world.