While traveling around Armenia, especially up in the mountains and fields, I often meet Armenian Gampr dogs, also known as Armenian Wolfhounds. These are usually large dogs, often shaped like bears, and are often used as household protectors. These dogs are massive when they are big but Armenian Gampr puppies are super cute and lovely. […]
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Most Beautiful Churches in Armenia: My Top 10 List + Map!
Armenia was the first country in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD, and since then, the Armenian Apostolic Church and different kings of Armenia over the centuries have constructed some of the most magnificent and unique churches in Armenia. In this article, I will list some of the most […]
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 […]
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 […]