Category Archives: Cultural Heritage

Blue Mosque in Yerevan: History and Visitor Information

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The Blue Mosque in Yerevan is one of the most popular sights in the Armenian capital city and one that definitely deserves to be visited when traveling to Yerevan. This post details the Blue Mosque’s history and all you will need to know before your visit to the religious landmark. Brief Summary of the Blue […]

Sanahin Monastery: What to Know Before Visiting + Useful Tips

Sanahin Monastery in Armenia

Do you love visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites? Then you will definitely love visiting Sanahin Monastery in Northern Armenia! Sanahin Monastery is one of the most beautiful monasteries in Armenia and this guide details how to visit it, why you should, and a brief history of Sanahin! Simply looking for the best tours to Sanahin? […]

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

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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. […]