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Going on a trip to a new country we want to manage to do everything – explore interesting places, find unusual corners, try national cuisine, learn more about the culture and life of locals. In order to really know the country, you need to leave the capital for a few days, study the nature and the ancient architecture of the country, as well as meet people who live in small towns and villages. In small Armenia, you can make an endless number of discoveries, because this country exists for many centuries. That is why a week will not be enough to fully explore this ancient country. Nevertheless, one week in Armenia is enough time to visit the main sights, make many amazing discoveries and fall in love with this country and its hospitable people.<\/p>\n

Day 1. Yerevan<\/h3>\n

You can dedicate your first day to exploring Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. Yerevan<\/a><\/span> is a city of contrasts, where you will see unique examples of Soviet Armenian architecture and brand new stylish buildings. There are many museums, exhibitions, beautiful sights, concert and theater halls, shopping malls, parks, and restaurants for every taste.<\/p>\n

You can spend your day walking around the city center and visiting all the main attractions<\/a><\/span>: Freedom Square (or, as the locals call it, Opera), Charles Aznavour Square, next to which is the famous \u201cMoscow Cinema\u201d, Northern Avenue, Republic Square, Cascade, Victory Park, Monument of \u201cMother Armenia\u201d, Museum-Institute of Ancient manuscripts Matenadaran, Sergei Parajanov museum. You can manage to visit all these sights in one day.<\/p>\n

\"Yerevan\"<\/a>

Yerevan \/ Photo by Gevorg Avetisyan<\/p><\/div>\n

In between visiting attractions, you can sit in cozy restaurants, drink delicious Armenian coffee, taste local cuisine<\/a><\/span>. And in the evening, you can relax in one of the many outdoor cafes and enjoy the most delicious Armenian wine. The best wine cafes are located on Saryan street. Talented Armenian chefs can also offer dishes from different cuisines of the world. There are many restaurants serving Asian, Georgian, Italian, Indian and many other cuisines.<\/p>\n

Take time to visit unique places of this city, for example, the oldest district of Yerevan – Kond<\/a><\/span>. This is the \u201cold city\u201d of Yerevan, but it is very different from the usual European old cities.<\/p>\n

\"Kond\"<\/a>

Yerevan, Kond<\/p><\/div>\n

Also be sure to visit Vernissage. It is located next to Republic Square. This is a flea market where you will find many antique and vintage things, books, as well as paintings and handicrafts of simple and very talented people of Armenia. Vernissage is the best place to buy souvenirs.<\/p>\n

If you want to get acquainted with the musical world of Armenia, you can also attend a concert in the evening. Concerts of classical music are actively held in the Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall and the Alexander Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theater. The tickets to concerts are usually very affordable. If you love jazz music, then be sure to visit Ulikhanyan Club or Malkhas Jazz Club. The best jazz musicians of the country perform here every evening. After the concert, you can walk along the night streets of Yerevan. The city has a wonderful atmosphere at this time of the day.<\/p>\n

Day 2-3. Hiking<\/h3>\n

Spend the next days of your trip outside Yerevan. Hiking in the mountains of Armenia is the best way to really get to know this country. Dedicate the next two days to that.<\/p>\n

If you want to be closer to the capital, go hiking to Mount Aragats. This mountain has 4 peaks. The Northern peak of Aragats is the highest point in Armenia. Climbing the Northern peak<\/a><\/span> lasts two days and requires a good physical training. The Southern peak<\/a><\/span> of Aragats is perfect for a one-day hike.<\/p>\n

\"Aragats\"<\/a>

Aragats<\/p><\/div>\n

Here are some more options for one-day hikes – Mount Ara<\/a><\/span> (Kotayk region), Mount Artanish<\/a><\/span> (Gegharkunik region), Mount Azhdahak<\/a><\/span> (Gegharkunik region), Mount Vayotssar<\/a><\/span> (Vayots Dzor region).<\/p>\n

If you are ready to spend more time on the road, then head to the south of Armenia<\/a><\/span> and spend these two days exploring ancient monasteries, abandoned caves, and incredibly beautiful mountains of Syunik region. In Syunik, you will find the Vorotan Gorge, the Devil\u2019s Bridge, the Tatev Monastery, Mount Khustup, the famous suspension bridge of Old Khndzoresk.<\/p>\n

\"Vorotan<\/a>

Vorotan gorge<\/p><\/div>\n

As you can see, there are many options for hiking and mountain climbing in Armenia, depending on the season and your physical abilities.<\/p>\n

Day 4. Extreme park<\/h3>\n

Extreme tourism is very popular in Armenia. Here you can do a variety of extreme sports: ziplining, rope jumping, via ferrata, paragliding and so on. In the Tavush region of Armenia, in the village of Yenokavan, there is a special park with all these extreme sports – Yell Extreme Park. You can purchase a one-day pass and try all the park\u2019s activities (except paragliding). You also have the opportunity to buy separate tickets for the activities you are interested in.<\/p>\n