Land of Noah

The excursion starts at 10:00 at the location you specified

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The Monument of the Armenian Alphabet was built in 2005 in honor of the 1600th anniversary of the creation the national Armenian alphabet by Mesrop Mashtots. Located in an open area, on the road to Mount Aragats, in the Aragatsotn region. There you will have a great opportunity to take a walk in the fresh air and take a memorable photos near the first letter of your name.

2 point

The medieval Lori fortress is located near the city Stepanavan, in the Lori region. Since the 10th century, for many centuries it defended the surrounding villages and was an outpost of that region, after which it was destroyed in the 13th century by the Mongol-Tatar invasion. After the invasion, the people gradually left the fortress and in the end remained only the ruins. Inside are interesting ruins of an ancient defensive structure that you will have the opportunity to research.

3 point

Odzun Monastery is located on a high slope of the same name village, near the administrative center of this region, the city Alaverdi. Built in the 6th century AD and is one of the most ancient Monasteries in Armenia. In 2014 was made restoration of the temple, after which the Monastery became one of the most visited places by tourists. Also in the Odzun village, which is one of the largest in the Republic, you will have a great opportunity to take a look at the village life.

The excursion will end at the location of your accommodation

The excursion starts at 10:00 at the location you specified

1 point

Khor Virap Monastery is located in the Ararat region and is the birthplace of Christianity in Armenia. In ancient centuries, this was a prison where St. Gregory the Illuminator, the founder of Christianity in Armenia, was imprisoned for 13 years. After his liberation and the adoption of Christianity in Armenia (the first in the world in 301 AC),there was  built the Monastery complex, which you can explore and immerse yourself in the history, architecture and culture of ancient Armenia. Khor Virap is also the closest point to the legendary Mount Ararat, from where opens a fabulous view of the Biblical Mountain, and where you will have a great opportunity to make amazing photos for memory.

2 point

Located on the Arpa River,Jermuk city since the time of the USSR, was considered as main wellness center of Armenia, famous for its mud baths, thermal springs and ponds. A little further from the city there is a waterfall beloved by all tourists, where you can go up and take fabulous photos for memory. In the city you will have the opportunity to take a walk in the fresh air, taste the legendary Armenian cuisine and taste the best mineral water in the Republic.

The excursion will end at the location of your accommodation

The excursion starts at 10:00 at the location you specified

1 point

The legendary Lake Sevan is the largest lake in the Caucasus and one of the most visited attractions in Armenia. Located in the Gegharkunik region, at an altitude of 1900 meters above sea level. On the peninsula, on a high hill, located famous Sevanavank Monastery, built in 874, by Princess Mariam. Climbing the hill, you will have a great opportunity to explore the ancient Monastery complex and take really fantastic photos on the background of a magnificent lake. Also on the top of the hill are a small botanical garden and an observation deck, which creates a landscape, as if you are standing in the center of Sevan.

2 point

Hayravank Monastery was built in the 9th century and located on the shore of Sevan, on a hilly slope. Not far from the Monastery is located the White Fortress, which, according to legend, was connected by a secret tunnel with Hayravank. The Monastery complex is a prime example of Armenian cross-domed architecture. From the top of the hills opening a fantastic landscape onto the lake, where you will have a great opportunity to take fabulous photos for memory.

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The last attraction of our beautiful excursion is the Noratus Khachkar's Cemetery, which is located in the same name village and is the largest cluster of these unique Armenian sculptures in the world (about 1000 Khachkars). The most ancient Khachkars (translated as Cross-stones) date back to the 10th century AD. One of these oldest sculptures was presented to the British Museum in 1978 and Khachkars are still have a great interest to all over the world. It is a comfortable place to explore history, architecture and outdoor walks.

The excursion will end at the location of your accommodation