This tour is filled with beautiful natural scenery and UNESCO heritage sights, making it one of our tourists' favourite destinations and must-visit places.
Monastery, Alaverdi, Armenia
Founded in the 10th century, the Sanahin monastery complex coincides with the period of the Bagratuni dynasty. The first church, Surb Astvatsatsin, was built in 51. The monastery has five churches, a library, a bell tower, an academy, and a royal tomb. By the way, the oldest academy in Armenia is located here. Along with Haghbat, Sanahin was among the first to be included under UNESCO's global protection.
next to Saint Nshan Church, Haghpat, Armenia
Haghbat is located close to Sanahin and is a vast monastic complex with many churches and religious and secular buildings. The first church, Surb Nshan, was built in 976. The biggest library in Armenia was found in Haghbat, where there was a special way to store books. They were placed in the holes, and wine was placed with them in an open state so that moisture would not spoil the manuscripts. Haghbat has been an important center of Armenian history, culture, and education for centuries.
Off 1st Raffi St., Akhtala, Armenia
The church named after Saint Mariam Astsvatsatsin of the Akhtala monastery complex is the largest in the region among the churches named after the holy virgin. With its unique frescoes, architecture and sculptures, this monastery has been a spiritual centre for Armenians and many other peoples for centuries. In the territory of the monastery complex are St. Grigor Lusavorich church, underground bath, royal palace and other buildings. Due to the abundance of copper, the settlement was named Akhtala, after which the monastery was named. Akhtala is one of the unique historical and cultural places with its passport, a record in the form of a khachkar, in which it is written that Mariam, the daughter of King Kyurike, founded the monastery.
Off H-35 & M-6, Odzun, Armenia
Odzun Church, located in Armenia's Lori Province, is an 8th-century basilica originally built in the 4th century, notable for its unique architectural features and intricate carvings. It serves as a significant cultural and historical site, reflecting Armenia's rich Christian heritage and attracting visitors with its artistic brilliance and surrounding ancient cemetery.
Built in the Swiss chalet style, it is among the rare surviving castles in Armenia. Once a luxurious summer residence, it also became a place of great national importance - the Declaration of the First Republic of Armenia was adopted here.
Our pick up point in front of the main entrance of the conservatory. It is located in the area adjacent to the opera house. In front of the statue of Komitas.
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