Yerevan is one of the only major city in the world whose buildings are made of pink lava rock. The stone is responsible for the the city’s pastel hue (especially during sunrise or sunset), earning itself the nickname, “The Pink City.” At first glance, The Pink City is not that exciting. I remember looking up things … Read more
Renting a car is one of the best ways to explore Armenia. Instead of being tied to a tour group’s schedule, having your own car allows you the freedom to take your time, make stops, and really fine tune your itinerary. Keep reading to discover what I wish I knew before renting a car in … Read more
During our trip to Armenia, we spent 2 full days exploring the Northern part of the country. On the morning of the second day, we left our amazing hotel in Lori Province and made our way toward the Tavush Region to visit Dilijan and Haghartsin Monastery. Haghartsin is one of Armenia’s most visited monasteries and … Read more
Before we landed in Armenia, the only thing anyone would tell me about this country is how good the food is. And they were right. Just about every meal we sat down to blew my mind. We ate village cheese and consumed homemade wine and bread every night; walking away from 4 course meals at … Read more
During WWI, 1.5 million Armenians were massacred at the hands of the Ottoman Turks. Tsitsernakaberd is Armenia’s official memorial of the Armenian Genocide, and one of the most important things to do in Yerevan. Keep reading for a brief history of the Armenian Genocide, photos of the memorial, and what to expect when you visit Tsitsernakaberd. … Read more
