7 things you didn’t know you could do in Armenia

When planning a trip to a new country, we often search the Internet for information about places and attractions that we as tourists should definitely visit. Each country has its own “must-see” places that attract millions of tourists and show the country from the best side. In search of information about what to do in Armenia, you can find many interesting options, such as visits to ancient monasteries, gastronomic trips, cultural excursions. In this article we will talk about unusual places that are rarely mentioned, but can tell a lot about Armenia and its limitless potential.

Levon’s Divine Underground

This unusual place is located very close to Yerevan, in the suburb of Arinj. A place that was supposed to be a simple basement for storing potatoes has now become a large underground museum-sanctuary. At the request of his wife Tosya, Levon Arakelyan started to dig a cellar for potatoes. Soon he realized that he can not stop. According to the stories of his wife, Levon was hearing the voice of God in his dreams, and the voice was telling him to continue digging. After 23 years of daily hard work he created an unusual underground sanctuary, using only hammers and chisels.

After Levon’s death, this place became a museum. Levon’s wife conducts excursions, during which she talks about her husband and the years of his devoted and diligent work on this underground sanctuary.

Go to Levon’s Divine Underground to feel the indescribable energy and listen to a story about a man dedicated to his work.

Yerevan Park

Opened in May 2021, Yerevan Park is the largest amusement park in the country. This is the first theme park in Armenia with extreme attractions. Yerevan Park has many exciting attractions for adults and children, as well as a large green area. The park has already become one of favorite places for Armenians. It also has a potential to become one of the most visited places for tourists.

By purchasing an entrance ticket, you will be able to use all park’s attractions without limit. Come here to get a boost of happiness and adrenaline. The address of Yerevan Park is: 31 Monte Melkonyan street.

Bezoar Goat watching

Bezoar Goat is one of the symbols of Armenia. This is a species of wild goats that live in the Armenian Highland. There are about 2000-3000 bezoar goats on the territory of Armenia. They are an important part of the country’s ecosystem. The importance of bezoar goats is also evidenced by petroglyphs, many of which depict them. Bezoar goat is included in the IUCN Red List, evaluated as Vulnerable.

In order to get better acquainted to the fauna of Armenia, you can visit the village of Shatin in Vayots Dzor region, where there is a special observatory called “Ditaket”. There you will have a unique opportunity to watch bezoar goats.

Extreme tourism

If you are a fan of extreme sports, then you can come to Armenia without hesitation. The mountainous and rocky landscape makes Armenia a perfect country for extreme tourism. Here you can paraglide over the beautiful Lake Sevan, ride a zipline through mountains and forests, do canyoning, rope jumping, and trekking in the mountains of Armenia.

Mountainous Armenia is a great option for hiking and trekking. Old monasteries, ancient fortresses, petroglyphs, and breathtaking views await you in the mountains of Armenia. One day hikes are very popular in Armenia. The country’s infrastructure allows you to climb the mountain and return to the city in one day. Armenian Geographic organizes many interesting hikes in the mountains of Armenia, both for beginners and experienced hikers.

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Water tourism

One more unusual option for what to do in Armenia is water tourism. There are many rivers and lakes here, which is why water sports become more and more popular in Armenia. The most common of them are rafting and paddleboarding.

Rafting can be done on the Debed River, which is located in the Lori region of Armenia. This river is the safest option for rafting. It is suitable both for experienced people and beginners.

Paddle boarding is another water sport that is gaining popularity in Armenia. Paddle boarding originated from surfing. However, in paddle boarding people use paddles instead of hands. At the moment, Armenian Geographic is the only company that organizes  paddling tours in Armenia. You can go paddle boarding on Lake Sevan, as well as in some reservoirs in Armenia.

Agritourism

Agritourism is another developed tourism industry in Armenia, with the help of which you can get acquainted with the life of Armenia. This is a type of tourism during which travelers are engaged in rural work. Just imagine: fresh air, organic food, rural life, Armenian uniqueness… This all will help you to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and have an unusual vacation.

Agritourism gives tourists the opportunity to broaden their horizons, get an unforgettable experience and learn a lot. And local residents get an opportunity to work and earn money, which helps to reduce poverty in Armenian villages.

Caves of Lastiver

Lastiver itself is an unusual place. It is located in the northeastern part of Armenia, in  Tavush region, in outskirts of Yenokavan, in the gorge of the Khachaghbyur River. Lastiver is a fabulous place. Here you will see tree houses, waterfalls and caves where hermits used to live.

To make your trip to Lastiver more extraordinary, you can spend the night in the caves of Lastiver like a real caveman, with no electricity, no internet, no amenities. It will be a wonderful and unusual experience.

Now you know what to do in Armenia. After exploring the more popular places and sights of Armenia, do not forget about these unusual destinations. After all, this is how you can truly get to know the country you are planning to visit. Go to these unusual places and discover a new, more fascinating Armenia.

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