Category Archives: Cultural Heritage

Visiting Harichavank Monastery: Tips, History, & More!

Harichavank Monastery

A gorgeous monastery in the Shirak marz that definitely doesn’t get the attention it deserves is Harichavank Monastery. This post will detail its history, my experience visiting Harichavank, and some tips about how to get there. If you are a fan of this site, you should already know that the city of Gyumri is a […]

A Complete Travel Guide to Tatev Monastery (Tips & More!)

A complete guide to visiting Tatev Monastery

Tatev Monastery is an absolute must-visit and addition to your Armenia trip when you travel to the country. This guide will give you all the details you need to travel to Tatev.  It will include how to visit Tatev Monastery, facts, practical information, and much more! Did we miss anything notable about Tatev Monastery? Let […]

See Yesterday’s History and Today’s Artists at the Sisian History Museum

Sisian History Museum-2

Sisian is one of the most prominent historical towns in Armenia. It is located in the Syunik region with a rich history dating before Christianity when the Armenian kingdom dynasty ruled for centuries. Many historical and amazing artifacts from throughout the centuries were collected in town and you can now find many of them on […]

How to Visit Marmashen Monastery (History + My Experience)

How to visit Marmashen Monastery in Armenia

Looking for some cool things to do near Gyumri when visiting the city? One of the best places to visit is Marmashen Monastery, only a 20-minute journey outside of the city. This guide details the history of Marmashen, my experience visiting the Shirak monastery, and some quick tips on how to get there from Gyumri. […]