Each year, travelers and locals wait in anticipation for one of the biggest wine festivals in Armenia, and one of the biggest in the entire region. That festival is the Areni Wine Festival! If you love wine and want to try local Armenian wine from endemic grape species, head to Areni and participate in the […]
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I will never forget the first time Aram and I saw a photo taken from Anapat Canyon. The moment we witnessed the A-frame cabin and the picturesque location it was built in, we knew it was a top priority to stay there as soon as we were in Armenia together again. Fast forward to late […]
I will never forget the moment we found out that there was a Lenin statue in Arin village, Armenia. We were on a trip down in Syunik and Hovik, the wonderful man that co-owns Shahnazar Adventure Camping told us about the place. To be honest, we believed him but we are always such skeptics until […]
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, this remote Armenian church it is a manageable drive from Yeghegnadzor, the provincial capital of Vayots Dzor. I […]
Armenia has no shortage of fantastic places to visit, whether it be landmarks, guesthouses, or delicious restaurants. But, very few places can offer an entire glimpse into a country the way Under the Walnut Tree guesthouse in Yeghegnadzor does. This is a recap about my stay at Under the Walnut Tree in Yeghegnadzor, the masterclasses […]
There is no doubt that there are many amazing places to visit in Vayots Dzor, which is known for being the home of Armenia wine and the oldest winery in the world discovered in Areni-1 Cave. However, along with the ancient history of the region, you will also find many incredible experiences that highlight the […]