{"id":81016,"date":"2023-05-16T17:23:32","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T13:23:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.armgeo.am\/tour-to-dilijan\/"},"modified":"2023-11-07T16:09:44","modified_gmt":"2023-11-07T12:09:44","slug":"tour-to-dilijan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.armgeo.am\/en\/tour-to-dilijan\/","title":{"rendered":"One-Day Tour to Dilijan and Sevan"},"content":{"rendered":"

The one-day tour to Dilijan and Sevan is a trip of wonderful landscapes. We will begin our tour with Lake Sevan<\/a><\/span>, the largest lake in Armenia and one of the largest high-altitude lakes in the world. It is surrounded with awesome mountains and beautiful forests that create an atmosphere of isolation and peace. Then we will drive to Dilijan, the \u201cLittle Switzerland\u201d of Armenia where we will have a walk in the city centre.<\/p>\n

Afterwards we will visit the monasteries of Haghartsin and Goshavank, and will finish our tour programme in Ijevan Wine Brandy Factory. Here you will have an interesting tour at the end of which, you will taste high-quality Armenian wines. The soft aroma and rich taste of these wines will be the \u201cfinal chords\u201d of our tour.<\/p>\n\n

Sevan, the \u201cBlue Pearl\u201d of Armenia<\/h3>\n

A wonderful place for holidays and relaxation, Sevan is a majestic lake, one of the high-altitude freshwater ones in Eurasia.<\/p>\n

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Lake Sevan and Sevanavank<\/p><\/div>\n

Sevanavank Monastery, which dates from the 9th<\/sup>\u00a0century, is one of the most significant places of worship in Armenia. It is situated on a hill from which visitors can enjoy amazing views of the lake and the surrounding mountains.<\/p>\n

The visit to Lake Sevan and Sevanavank Monastery is an unforgettable experience thanks to which, you will feel the spirit of Armenia, enjoying amazing landscapes. Do not miss the opportunity to visit this wonderful place and learn more about the history and culture of Armenia.<\/p>\n\n

Goshavank Monastery<\/h3>\n

Goshavank, renowned as a major medieval cultural and scientific centre, is located on a high hill dominating the surrounding area. In this monastic complex, dating from the 12th<\/sup>\u00a0century, you can learn a lot about scientific and cultural activities in medieval Armenia.<\/p>\n

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Goshavank<\/p><\/div>\n

Goshavank Monastery is closely associated with Mkhitar Gosh, an outstanding scholar who was famous for his achievements in the fields of literature, philosophy, mathematics and astronomy. His scientific works relating to these spheres had a great influence on science and culture.<\/p>\n\n

Haghartsin Monastery<\/h3>\n

You will be fascinated by the magnificence of Haghartsin Monastery, which is a true pearl of Armenian architecture situated in an area of unsurpassed beauty.<\/p>\n

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Haghartsin Monastery<\/p><\/div>\n

The name Haghartsin is translated from Armenian as \u201cGame of Eagles,\u201d this symbolizing the power of this place. Here you will find yourselves in a fairy tale, surrounded by majestic mountains and green forests.<\/p>\n\n

Ijevan Wine Brandy Factory<\/h3>\n

Ijevan Wine Brandy Factory, which is among the oldest ones in Armenia, boasts a good reputation. It has been working since 1951, and gourmets from all over the world have enjoyed the unique taste and aroma of its products.<\/p>\n

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Wine tasting<\/p><\/div>\n

The factory produces a wide range of brandies, grape, fruit and berry wines, fruit vodkas as well as canned products. It is heaven on earth for true experts of wine and brandy. Besides tasting these drinks, you will also reveal a lot of interesting facts about their production.<\/p>\n\n

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