Spring for women: 8 march
It is spring again… Human hearts seem to get warmer and warmer under the gradually warming rays of the sun, that fill human souls with an endless desire to love each other, to devote themselves to each other and to flourish. And it is not accidental that we celebrate two holidays of beauty on the […]
Who is St. Sargis?
Captain St. Sargis is one of the most beloved saints among the Armenian nation. Together with his 14 soldiers/companions, he was martyred for the sake of the Christian faith. During the reign of King Kostandianos the Great (285-337) St. Sargis, being very courageous, was appointed the Prince and General in Chief of the region of […]
Trndez: From the series of Lords feasts
Technically and climatologically speaking February is the last month of winter and the shortest one in year. While speaking of February we first of all think of the coming new season – spring, which seems to be a promise of new birth, expectations and new spirits. Tiarn’ndaraj (Trndez known among people) is a traditional holiday […]
Discovery: Archaeologists find Iron Age mausoleum in Lori province
Archeologists at work in the Gogaran village of the Lori province have recently, surprisingly, discovered a mausoleum unlike others that appeared in Armenia. The discovery announced in September is a novelty for the group of specialists of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia as it differs from other earlier known mausoleums in style and […]
Tourism sector in Armenia: 2009 report
Tourism is one of the most exciting industries in Armenia as it impacts on the cultural and natural resources, economic and social development. The government has strongly placed an emphasis on this segment, and the visitor activity in the recent years is a proof of it. According to the National Statistic Centre of the RA visitor […]
Old Dilijan: 2009 best outdoor project
Generally a restaurant should meet some definite criteria to be awarded as the best one. This rule corresponds to the international standards of organizing such kind of competition, the purpose of which is to recognize the restaurants that best represent the ethnic heritage of delicious cuisine in Armenia, served in an enjoyable atmosphere and good […]