Armenia’s history has been full of episodes marked with battles and wars. As a result, our people learned how to fight heroically. You can see the patriotism in every Armenian warrior as they prove their love for their homeland and people. Below are listed only some of the Armenian female warriors who had left an …
Armenian female warriors: most influential of them of all times Read More »
Wearing braids has been a hot topic in the past years. Some are accused of appropriating African culture by wearing braids. The case of the Kardashians was rather illustrative. So, I thought it would be useful if I looked at the braiding tradition among Armenians. I will talk about the role of braids in Armenian …
Foreigners know our country as Armenia or a place where Armenians live. But we actually call ourselves Hayer, and our country – Hayastan. Why is there this difference in the naming? What is the origin of the word “Armenia”? It’s not just a word but has a story behind it, and our identity is deeply …
They say the human soul speaks in the language of music. If that’s the case I think the Armenian duduk is the perfect instrument for conveying the complex nuances of the human soul, and it has become a beloved symbol of Armenian culture and identity. No other instrument can express the Armenian fate, character, and …
Jumping over the fire may seem an odd and dangerous ritual to be practiced by the masses. But that’s exactly what Armenians do at some celebrations! This tradition goes back to history and has become a significant part of our cultural heritage. Why do we do that? I will get into some details with a …
Getting married is a big step and can be especially daunting if you are going to marry in a foreign country. You need to know the process or requirements in a different country. If this country is Armenia, this post is just for you! You might be a foreigner or a diaspora Armenian who is …
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 …
What is the Armenian religion & what does it believe in? Read More »
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, …
Gyumri has probably remained the only city that has preserved its architechtural style and soul, so visiting it is an absolute must, even if you have just one day left. Here’s why you should take the Yerevan-Gyumri train and how to organize your train trip to Gyumri. By the way, when you do get there, …
Yerevan-Gyumri train. Why and how to travel by train? Read More »
Thinking of the best vegan cafes and restaurants in Yerevan, I realized there were not so many strictly vegan places here. However, being vegan in Armenia is not difficult because our traditional cuisine uses a lot of plants anyway. So, in this post I’ll present you a shortlist of cafes and restaurants in Yerevan that …
4 vegan restaurants in Yerevan you don’t want to miss + my vegan survival tips Read More »
