In this issue one of the Armenian beloved celebrities Hasmik Karapetyan will present her suggestions for our visitors what they should not miss in Armenia. Doing the first steps as a professional singer in Armenian art of singing in 1995 during the author song festival “Boheme” she paved her way on stage of art presenting her unique style to the spectators. Having taken a walk in various countries and having been to many corners of the world (Australia, Syria, Beirut, the USA, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Belgium, Finland, Spain, France, England, Greece, Iran) the famous singer will share her experience with our visitors.
“Visiting any country everyone first of all tries to get acquainted with the culture of that country, to communicate with people and the most important thing, to make an idea about people and their lifestyle. Parallel to all these, any visitor should manage to see sightseeing which are the visiting cards of the particular country”, Hasmik Karapetyan mentioned. As she considers, the visiting card of Armenia first of all is our nature, which delights visitors in every season. In winter the nature is especially beautiful in Dilijan which with its perfect views reminds a small Switzerland. In spring visitors should by all means see flourishing Karabakh with its small coloring capital Stepanakert. Spring is also beautiful in Ijevan which promises excellent tours to the lovers of ecotourism. Those who prefer mountain skiing tours will be satisfied in Tsaghkadzor. In summer the singer recommends to spend your summer vacations on beaches of Blue Sevan. The nature is delightful in Syunik region as well, where you should surely visit Tatev Monastery with its newly opened ropeway, the longest ropeway in the world. To the lovers of forest nature Hasmik Karapetyan recommends to visit Profilactoria, a holiday place which is situated on the top of a hill and resembles a paradise. The next visi-ting cards for our country are our centuries-old monasteries and cultural monuments. One of such wonderful monuments is the pagan temple of Garni which is situated in Kotayk region. And one of the ancient symbols of Christianity, situated only several km far from Garni Temple is Monastery of Geghard which will delight each visitor by its solemn and glorious structures.
To appreciate the real fragrance of the luscious fruits of our fertile fields you should taste the Armenian aromatic brandy especially in Ararat Brandy Factory. Having tasted the Armenian brandy it is high time to experience the traditional dishes of the Armenian cuisine in Our Village restaurant which will involve you in Armenian lifestyle by its homely design and interior with national garb style solutions.
Having got sufficiently acquainted with eastern cuisines the singer assures that the lovers of eastern cuisine will be satisfied in Yerevan as well. So, those who prefer Chinese cuisine can visit Beijing restaurant.
Comparing the unique tastes of Arabian cuisine with dishes that are made here in Yerevan, the singer suggests to dine in Tabouleh restaurant. And if you want just to dine with your friends or family and simultaneously enjoy the beautiful view of the city you can not find a better place than restaurant La Boheme which is situated in the Northern Avenue, in the heart of new Yerevan. You can sit by the window in the café and enjoy your dinner watching the hurry curry of the city. Those who travel with friends in evenings can have a supper in Pascucci café. Having gathered all your energy and strengths you can start a city tour just on second day of your journey.
The first place that every tourist should visit in Yerevan is Matenadaran, the institute of ancient manuscripts where each department presents the history of a book or manuscript. The next step in Yerevan is National Gallery where the visitors can get acquainted with the works of Armenian artists among which the distinguished ones are the marine paintings of Aivazovsky. The young people who want to walk will be welcomed in Lover’s Park which is especially beautiful in spring when everything in surroundings is covered with green. Continuing your city tour you will appear in a beautiful Cascade Complex where you can walk, visit the art center and have a dinner in restaurant Charles tasting French dishes. From Cascade Complex you can easily walk up to the Victory Park which is a fine place to spend your time full of fun and attraction games. After all these you can go to a theatre and watch performances such as “Khatabalada”, “Mea Culpa” etc. You can also watch Shakespeare performances by Armenian actors such as “Macbeth”, “Romeo and Juliet” in Yerevan State Drama Theatre.
In the evenings the best place for visitors to walk is Abovyan Street which the best presents the coloring of old Yerevan city with its low floor buildings. Abovyan Street is also a perfect place for shopping as Armenian souvenir shops are placed here one after another. The unique world of souvenirs in Yerevan is the open-air market Vernissage where you can buy Armenian carpets, paintings, etc. Here you can also find beautiful presents for your beloved women to give on March 8 such as Armenian silver ornaments and tablecloths with unique Armenian design.
After saturated excursion program you can devote yourself to sport. The lovers of sport culture will spend unique time in Orange Fitness Center where you can visit the spa center to enjoy the massage culture. To the lovers of swimming the celebrity recommends to visit sport complex Gold Gym.
So, after having trained your body you can relax for which you should visit some music club. Your best choice will be Classi cHouse Club Mezzo where you can eat tasty dishes accompanied by high-quality service and enjoy jazz and latino music. Those who are fond of dancing can also spend their time in Kamior Ibar clubs. Follow to the recommendations of Hasmik Karapetyan, one of the best singes in Armenian art of singing, and you will gain pleasant and unforgettable experience during your travel to Armenia.