Armenia

Armenia is a country located in the crossroads of Asia and Europe. From the west Armenia is bordered by Turkey, Georgia from the north, Azerbaijan and Artsakh from the east and Iran from the south. Even though the borders of Turkey and Azerbaijan are closed, Armenia is easily accessible from Iran and Georgia. The border procedures are not heavy in Armenia making the process of entering the country, easy and quick.

How to reach

By Flight:

Armenia has two international airports – Zvartnots International Airport, in the capital Yerevan, and Shirak International Airport, in the city of Gyumri.

Zvartnots International Airport acts as the main international airport of Armenia. It’s the busiest airport of the country. After Armenia declared independence from the Soviet Union, the airport was renovated in a futuristic style. The building of the airport isn’t only modern and secure, but also architecturally stunning. The renovated Zvartnots was later named the best airport in the CIS, further proving the quality of the service and the flights.

Getting to to Armenia by Car

Georgia and Iran offer road access to Armenia:

• Georgia provides access to the Black Sea Ports of Batumi and Poti.
• Iran provides access to the Persian Gulf.

Best time to Visit

Autumn: The best time to visit Armenia is in the autumn season that is between September and October. It is the autumn season during this time and it is the most beautiful season to behold here.

 Winter : For people who love the cold season and skiing as a sport then Armenia is best for it in months of January and February.

Places to visit

• Yerevan, Armenia: The largest city in Armenia, the capital Yerevan is a great place to start for anyone wishing to explore Armenia. The city is home to the grand Republic Square, while climbing the Cascade to see the city’s monument to Soviet victory in the Second World War is a must. Yerevan is a deeply historic city and visiting the Armenian Genocide Memorial is a must to learn more about the nation’s troubled past. Vernissage flea market is worth visiting too – it is open at the weekend – while a walk through the Hrazdan gorge is also highly recommended. Much of what Armenia has to offer can be explored during day trips from Yerevan, which is known as the City of Cafes. Yerevan is also home to Blue Mosque, which is the only mosque in the whole of the country, as well as Levon’s Amazing Underground World, which is one of Europe’s most unusual attractions.

• Shikahogh State Reserve
• Sevanavank Monastery, Sevan Lake
• Dilijan national park
• Mount Aragats, Armenia
• Lake Arpi
• Noravank, Armenia
• Gyumri City Hall
• Vanadzor
• Amberd Fortress
• Tsaghkadzor
• Geghart Monastery
• Karahunj Observatory
• Khor Virap, Armenia
• Ruins of Ancient Dvin

What to do:

Hiking & trekking

Hot air ballooning

Paragliding

Zip lining