The megalith monument Qarahunj in Armenia is situated 3 km to the north of the city Sisian. It is also called “Armenian Stonehenge.” Qarahunj means “stones having voice” and the name Zorats qarer originated from it and means “stones of the powerful or the mighty.” Qarahunj is one of the oldest monuments in the world. It […]
What is hidden under the Altar of Holly Temple?
The Holy Echmiatsin is situated in the spiritual center of Armenia, in Echmiatsin. According to the legend, the place of the construction of the temple was shown to the first Armenian catholicos Grigor the Illuminator by Jesus Christ, the only begotten son of God, who appeared in his dream and indicated the place with the hammer […]
The pearl of Armenia: The Lake Sevan
Starting from the 60th kms of the Yerevan-Sevan highway, a wonderful view opens; the lake Sevan, which gradually becomes nearer and nearer, begins to glare with silver glitter under the rays of the Sun. Green, blue and turquoise waves, rippling quietly, with mountain wind bring their fragrance and make everybody, who even a second pays […]
Temple of Aruch
The Ornament of Armenian Architecture Domed halls make a special group in diversity of early medieval Armenian architecture. One of the largest churches of this type of architecture is the temple of Aruch which has been quite well preserved and reached to our days. The temple is situated in the village of Aruch, near Ashtarak. […]
The Medieval Shelter of Selim
In 12-14th centuries the cities of Medieval Armenia were flourishing. Trade was developing. With the development of ecclesiastical architecture, construction of secular buildings, especially of caravanserais was developing, too. This had a great importance for the development of the country, as it was providing the connection between cities and the quiet and regular motion of […]
The heart of Yerevan
It is impossible to be in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, to walk along the streets Mashtots, Toumanyan, Teryan and Sayat-Nova, to go round the French square and not to admire the view of the Opera and Ballet State Academic Theatre which is named by the name of famous Armenian composer Alexander Spendiaryan. By its […]
Chursh in Areni
Areni village is situated at 12 km north-west of the administrative center of Vayots Dzor region; the symbols of village are not only Areni wines but also the church standing on the hills. This monument made of yellow-brown tufa with proportionalities soaring up is situated on the top of the hill rising along the bank of […]
The Domed Basilic a of Odzun
The Ornament of Armenian Medieval Architecture Early medieval Armenian architecture (4-7 centuries) has exclusive significance for the history of ecclesiastical architecture of Armenia. After adopting Christianity as the state religion in 301 a new stage of development begins with the introducing of new setup, new artistic and constructive principles that became the basis of the medieval […]
Opening the Ropeway from Halidzor to Tatev Monastery
One of the very first emotions that is awakened in us for the Armenian highland is the admiration of nature, though having an experience in working with tourists we must say that they are attracted by the places of interest than in nature, as once an Australian tourist, Ruth Forbes said: “I am much interested in […]
Armavir Region
Between the four-peaked mountain of Aragats and the biblical Mount Ararat, Armenia’s national symbol of remembrance and hope, lie the fertile lowlands of the Armavir region. Armavir is a symphony of beautiful landscapes, wondrous architecture, hospitable traditions, and momentous history, existing in unity and harmony. The Ararat valley is the largest and the most fertile […]