Armenia is a country located in the mountainous South Caucasus region of Eurasia.

It sits at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, with Yerevan its capital.

This is a country of captivating landscapes, rich history, and hospitality bordered by Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan and Iran.

A rich history

The country is known for its rich history, including the ancient kingdom that once stretched from the Black Sea to the Caspian Sea.

It has a strong cultural emphasis on family, hospitality and the preservation of its language and traditions.

October and November are good months for discovering Armenia at its most vibrant, when forests have shades of red, orange, and gold.

The Dilijan National Park

The Dilijan National Park offers scenic forest trails to Lake Parz, where visitors can try ziplining, boat rides, or hiking and a stop at the Red Deer Breeding Centre.

In the Lori region, Stepanavan Dendropark showcases over 500 plant species in brilliant fall colours.

There can be a road trip to Jermuk, the spa town with mineral waters and health resorts.

Jermuk is surrounded by gorges, waterfalls and mountain trails and the Jermuk Waterfall, cascading 70 meters into a deep gorge.

Hospitality

Yerevan's wine bars, cafés, and restaurants serve traditional dishes paired with local wines, while wineries outside the city offer sunset tastings, live music, and even opportunities to participate in grape picking during harvest season.

Seasonal specialties include ghapama, a festive pumpkin baked with rice, dried fruits, honey, and butter.

Visitors can stroll through Yerevan's lively streets or head to Gyumri, Armenia's cultural capital, with its 19th and 20th century architecture and vibrant art scene.

UNESCO-listed monasteries

The medieval Bjni Fortress and the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Sanahin and Haghpat, connected by a scenic hiking trail, reveal the country's rich heritage.

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