Stepping back to the pre-Roman world, while everyone knows of Stonehenge, the Celtic heartland (Great Britain, Ireland, Gaul, and Iberia) is rich with megaliths, cromlechs, dolmens, and menhirs. Interestingly, ancient Armenians built a similar, and even older, structure at Zorats Qarer (Qarahunj). Furthermore, the deep cultural parallel extends to smaller stones: the mysterious Armenian Dragon […]
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There are not many things that represent Armenia and Armenians the way the Duduk does. The Armenian Duduk is more than an instrument; it has become a symbol of national identity. Good-quality meditative Armenian duduk music, or a sad duduk melody, in my humble opinion, can awaken feelings. It inspires. It heals for our busy […]
There are certain elements or associations in each nation’s history that, when you hear them, you immediately identify the country. The Armenian Khachkar is one of the most popular historical and cultural artifacts that define Armenia. I’ve photographed them everywhere in Armenia and beyond, from up in the mountains to museums. In this article, I […]
As an Armenian, writing about my own culture was a little bit hard because I was afraid I might sound biased. However, after studying my own culture, the time has come for me to write about Armenian culture and simply tell who we are, what history we have, and what our traditions are. In this […]
As an Armenian, I always strive to shed more light on Armenian cuisine and put it in the spotlight where it belongs. However, over time, traditional cuisine has also evolved, and new gastronomic experiences in Armenia have begun to emerge, featuring innovative flavors and ingredients. I’ve had the great pleasure of delving into Armenia’s culinary heart, personally experiencing a range of […]
Itineraries & Road Trips, Cultural Heritage, Practical Information
Voluntourism in Armenia: Build the Transcaucasian Trail in 2025!
If you travel with purpose and want your footsteps to leave a lasting impact, I want to tell you about a place that has truly changed how I see the world: Armenia. Consider exploring voluntourism in Armenia for a deeply meaningful experience. Armenia is a small but mighty, mountainous country located in the South Caucasus, […]