Author Archives: Aram Vardanyan

10 Best Things to Do in Tsaghkadzor (All Seasons Guide)

There are several fantastic places to visit in Armenia, but perhaps none are as renowned during the winter as Tsaghkadzor, the country’s ski capital. This is a guide to things to do in Tsaghkadzor, including places to eat and cultural events happening throughout the year. If you have any suggestions for what to do in […]

Making (and Eating!) Sweet Sujukh at Tatoents Qotuk in Ashtarak

Tatoents Qotuk

It always amazes me how undiscovered Ashtarak is, particularly in the older part of the city. It is not uncommon to be able to get lost in its narrow streets, stumble upon monuments, and see old homes with traditional Armenian architecture. Perhaps this is part of the allure of Ashtarak… On each of these narrow […]

Under the Walnut Tree: Armenia in a ‘Nutshell’ in Yeghegnadzor

Under the Walnut Tree Guesthouse in Yeghegnadzor-13

Armenia has no shortage of fantastic places to visit, whether it be landmarks, guesthouses, or delicious restaurants. But, very few places can offer an entire glimpse into a country the way Under the Walnut Tree guesthouse in Yeghegnadzor does. This is a recap about my stay at Under the Walnut Tree in Yeghegnadzor, the masterclasses […]

30 Incredible & Worthwhile Things to Do in Vanadzor

Armenia’s third-largest city and one of its most diverse is definitely Vanadzor in the Lori Province. And, these are some of the best things to do in Vanadzor. Did we miss any amazing places to visit in Vanadzor, Armenia? Let us know your favorite Vanadzor attractions in the comments. Thanks! *We often mention booking a […]

2024 Yerevan Wine Days: How to Experience Yerevan’s Biggest Street Festival

Yerevan Wine Days: How to Experience Yerevan's Biggest Street Festival

One of the most exciting events to pop up in the Armenian capital in recent years has been Yerevan Wine Days, a massive street festival in June on popular Saryan Street. This guide covers why you should visit Yerevan Wine Days, what to expect, and everything else you need to know about Yerevan’s biggest street […]

The Ride to Hell: Discovering a Soviet Prisoner Wagon in Yerevan

You never know what you can find accidentally chatting with new people that you randomly met during a group gathering. I was at my co-working space, Impact Hub Yerevan, conducting a tourism workshop when I began chatting with one of the event participants who informed me he was going to check out an old train […]