During my childhood, I often heard the Western Armenian dialect and didn’t understand the conversations because I didn’t know what a dialect was. However, over the years, I’ve learned that there are Western and Eastern Armenian dialects. While many words are similar, there are also many differences between them. In this article, I will talk […]
Category Archives: Cultural Heritage
You will find a diverse array of cooking and cultural experiences all over Armenia, but some of our very favorites are located in Gyumri and the Shirak region! This post will cover some of the best cultural experiences in Gyumri and nearby – including food, culture, tradition, and more. Did we miss any cool workshops, […]
One of the most mysterious places in Armenia is Karahunj Observatory, also referred to as Zorats Karer (and sometimes Carahunge!) This is a guide detailing how to visit Karahunj, why you should take a trip there, and the history of it. Where is Karahunj? Karahunj is located in the south of Armenia in the diverse […]
A place that we find on many tour itineraries yet one that still remains an under-the-radar attraction in Northern Armenia is Lori Berd (Lori Fortress). We visited the historical site last year and despite it being closed because of the pandemic, we were still able to walk around the perimeter of it and plan a […]
If you are looking for a little off-road adventure (actually it’s a rough dirt road) with beautiful panoramic views and interesting medieval and modern history, look no further than Spitakavor Monastery! Located in the Vayots Dzor Province, it is a manageable drive from Yeghegnadzor, the provincial capital of Vayots Dzor. I stayed at the scenic […]
One of the most popular places to visit close to Yerevan is the wondrous and picturesque Zvartnots Cathedral. This is a guide that shows how to visit Zvartnots Cathedral and practical information for your trip. The ruins of Zvartnots Cathedral are situated very close to Yerevan and the airport. In fact, if you go down […]