Many associate Armenia with the conflict with Azerbaijan over the Nagorno-Karabakh region, the devastating earthquake of 1988 that destroyed large parts of the north of the country, or the genocide of Armenians in the Ottoman Empire. Admittedly, these events make many shudder. In 2018, Armenia saw the Velvet Revolution, in which former President Serzh Sargsyan was deposed, and the tender little plant of democracy has been nurtured ever since.
Armenia, which is about the size of Hawaii or Massachusetts, is today above all a diverse country that has attracted more and more tourists in recent years. No wonder, because the oldest Christian country in the world can call not only countless monasteries, magnificent cathedrals and ancient cemeteries its own. Three ancient sacred sites have been declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
In addition, Armenia convinces us above all with its unspoiled nature in many places. Especially for hikers, the Caucasus country with its many mountain ranges, Lake Sevan and numerous national parks is a real paradise in which traditional tourism is often still cultivated - i.e. overnight stays with families who look after their guests with their famous Armenian hospitality.
In addition to nature and the old churches and monasteries, it is above all the Armenian culture that inspires visitors. Many customs seem foreign and exotic to us, just like the unique Armenian cuisine. Enough reasons to travel to Armenia! On the following pages we present Armenia and its regions in more detail, show you the most beautiful places and give you practical tips for your trip.
