Armenia is surrounded by Muslim countries, so it’s pretty easy to get confused about the Armenian religion when looking at the map. Most often the main assumption is that Armenia is Muslim, too, but it’s not. It’s a little Christian country which has a long history of struggles to save its religion along with the …
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“Yerevan weather” is among the top search queries among people planning to visit Armenia. Well, if you’ve been one of them, you know that most search results are from forecast websites and don’t provide comprehensive information on what weather to expect in each season. That’s why I decided to fill the gap and write about …
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“Where to stay in Armenia?” is one of top 10 questions I’m asked all the time. I assume there is a serious information gap on this topic. Of course all travelers visiting Armenia research accommodation options when planning their trip. Unfortunately, the almighty internet covers this topic only at a superficial level, and all you …
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Very often I’m asked if it’s possible to easily find good quality, delicious and healthy food in Yerevan. Luckily, you can skip any fuss around this and find healthy food choices anywhere in Yerevan, both in physical locations and on the web. My post is dedicated to healthy eaters, so if you’re one of them …
“Are there even any vegetarian cafes or restaurants in Yerevan?” – one of my veggie-loving European friends once asked me. Well, to be fair, he has never been to Armenia before. As a vegetarian traveling to Yerevan, at first you might be overwhelmed by the amount of meat Armenians typically consume. But that’s just on …
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Shopping is a mandatory part of every trip. Apart from being an enjoyable time-spending experience, it is also a great way to get to the culture and communicate and bargain with the locals. And of course, before even landing, you just have to read about some interesting and famous things to buy in Armenia. So, …
There are some must-try Armenian foods that you cannot miss, whether you are a foodie or not. You just cannot overlook trying some of our traditional dishes, because they make a big part of Armenian culture. These foods reflect the influences of both Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines quite well, but at the same time, …
This post about Armenian language is for true language enthusiasts. And if you’re one of them, it will give you a basic overview of the history of the Armenian language. We’ll also look into some particularities of the Armenian grammar. And if you like this informative article, ping me on Instagram or Twitter, with #ArmeniaTravelTips and I’ll cover this …
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Did you know that Armenia is home to three different UNESCO World Heritage sites? In addition to that, other 4 more sites are currently on UNESCO’s waiting list. Don’t just “buy” my bragging! 🙂 Check it yourself on UNESCO’s website. Since all these locations are somewhat distributed across the country, you’ll probably need to put …
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Shopping like a local in Yerevan is a bold challenge for most travelers, but an interesting one nevertheless. From price bargaining to the language barrier – this post covers the main difficulties you may face and some tips for overcoming them. If you find this helpful, please share your thoughts and tips with me on …
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