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Sights & Places- July 26, 2026

Hayravank: A monastery that hangs over a lake

Most people familiar with Armenia are aware of Lake Sevan. And this location on the shores of Lake Sevan is a not-so-mainstream destination that is worth introducing, as it is quite remarkable for its location, history, and picturesque views. Location and setting: The monastery is located on a promontory, a small peninsula out into the lake near the village of the same name, Hayravank, and its impressive, elevated position opens a magnificent view of the lake, typical of many Armenian…

Up the hill in Stepanavan: spectacular views and breathtaking surroundings

Sights & Places Travel- July 26, 2026

Up the hill in Stepanavan – Just 3 km from the city of Stepanavan, there is a hill on the top of which is built a…

Jukhtak Vank: The breath of the centuries

Sights & Places- April 8, 2026

Jukhtak, in one of the Armenian dialects, literally means twins․ Jukhtak Vank (ջուխտ – ջուխտակ վանք / զույգ վանք) got this naming since the 11-12th centuries,…

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Surb Nshan near Odzun and Horomayr built in the cliffs

Sights & Places- September 2, 2025

The village of Odzun is well-known throughout Armenia and among tour guides, so I won’t cover it separately. Instead, I’ll highlight two important nearby attractions: the…

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Sevkar village and surrounding sights

Sights & Places Villages- June 3, 2025

Sevkar (Arm. Սևքար, literally means “Black Rock”), nestled in the rolling hills of Tavush Province, 157 kilometers from Armenia’s capital, lies a village whose story reads…

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Catching the calmness in the Riverside Heaven near Stepanavan

Nature Sights & Places Travel- August 5, 2024

Nestled in the breathtaking Katnaghbyur river gorge near Stepanavan, Riverside Heaven is just a picturesque area where everyone can have perfect outdoor recreation and enjoy the…

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Arates monastery and surrounding sights

Sights & Places Travel- March 18, 2024

The Arates monastery complex has nine buildings in total, with four big ones and five small ones positioned next to each other. They all face the…

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Symphony of Stones: A piece of Mars in Armenia

Sights & Places Nature- May 13, 2023

Situated in the Garni Gorge of Armenia, the Symphony of Stones (also called the Basalt Organ) is a natural monument consisting of hexagonal and pentagonal basalt…

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Wall sculptures and Cross-Stones of Geghard

Sights & Places- May 8, 2023

The Geghard Monastery stands as an exceptional demonstration of remarkable architectural ingenuity. While visiting Armenia, it is essential to visit Geghard Monastery and the Garni Temple.…

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