The bus is not my preferred form of transport. Actually, it is the type of transport I avoid like the plague. But, when I travel from Tbilisi to Yerevan, I always prefer to travel by bus. Going from Tbilisi to Yerevan by bus, or marshrutka (a minibus still prevalent in many former-Soviet states), is cheaper, […]
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Yerevan, Practical Information
Yerevan Train Station: What to Know Before You Visit the Railway Station
Trains are not as ubiquitous in Armenia as they are in other countries, but they definitely do exist. The main railway station in Armenia is the Yerevan Train Station. This is a guide to the Yerevan Railway Station’s history as well as its function and purpose in the Armenian capital city today. This guide will […]
Gegharkunik, Practical Information
Yerevan to Lake Sevan: 5 Easy Options to Get From Yerevan to Sevan
One of the most popular spots to visit in Armenia is Lake Sevan. This Yerevan to Lake Sevan guide will give you the low-down on how to go from the capital city to this natural, resort area. We will detail five different options that will take you from Yerevan to Sevan. Yerevan to Lake Sevan: […]
Yerevan, Practical Information
Armenian SIM card: Easily Getting a SIM Card in Yerevan (Beeline + MTS Vivacell)
Getting a SIM card in Armenia is a pretty easy process and a very affordable one. This post details how to get an Armenian SIM card in Yerevan with MTS (Vivacell) and with Beeline. This post focuses on Armenian prepaid SIM card options, not ones with contracts. Armenian SIM card: Easily Getting a SIM Card […]
Our friend and renowned photojournalist, Amos Chapple, recently arrived in Yerevan during the pandemic and has given step-to-step details documenting his experience at Zvartnots Airport. This guide shows exactly what to expect if you arrive in Armenia during a pandemic and during COVID-19 times. If you have any question, please leave a comment or send […]
One of the most prolific places to visit in Armenia is Noratus Cemetery, a historical graveyard that has the largest cluster of khachkars in Armenia. This is a guide about how to easily go from Yerevan to Noratus – including Noratus tours and how to get there via public transportation. Click here if you’re simply […]