Armenian Alphabet
The modern Armenian alphabet consists of 39 letters. The chart below presents their uppercase and lowercase forms, common…
About Armenia
Armenia is a compact mountainous country at the crossroads of Europe and Asia — with its own language, its own alphabet and traditions that go back thousands of years. This page collects the essentials: when to visit, what to see in 1–3 days, how the culture and cuisine work, and the practical side of flights and travel around the country.
- Capital: Yerevan
- Language: Armenian (Mashtots alphabet)
- Religion: Armenian Apostolic Church — in 301 AD Armenia became the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion
- Currency: Armenian dram (AMD)
- Time zone: UTC+4
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History of Armenia
A concise guide to the history of Armenia, covering its ancient kingdoms, Christian heritage, medieval period, the 20th century and independence.
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Armenian Traditions and Customs
Armenian traditions combine ancient customs, Christian heritage, strong family ties and famous hospitality. Learn about weddings, holidays, folk dances, everyday etiquette and the customs travelers are most likely to encounter in Armenia.
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Religion in Armenia
Christianity has shaped Armenian history and culture for centuries. Learn about the Armenian Apostolic Church, its traditions, major holidays, sacred sites, and what visitors should know before entering a church or monastery.
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Armenian People
The Armenian people have preserved a distinct language, Christian heritage and cultural identity through centuries of political change and migration. This overview explores their history, family traditions, cuisine, art, architecture, music and worldwide diaspora.
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Armenian Cuisine
Armenian cuisine brings together lavash baked in a tonir, charcoal-grilled khorovats, tolma, hearty soups, local cheeses, traditional sweets, wine and brandy. This guide covers the dishes and drinks every visitor should try in Armenia.
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Armenian Flag
The Armenian flag is a horizontal tricolor of red, blue and orange. Discover the official meaning of its colors, its history, proportions, display rules and design codes.
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Armenian khachkars
Khachkars are uniquely Armenian carved cross-stones. Learn how to read their symbolism, trace their history and find outstanding examples at Noratus, Goshavank, Geghard and other monasteries across Armenia.
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Is Armenia Safe for Tourists?
Armenia is generally a safe and welcoming destination. This guide covers crime, border areas, solo travel, road and mountain safety, health and the practical precautions visitors should take.
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SIM Cards and Mobile Internet in Armenia
Planning to stay connected in Armenia? Compare local mobile operators, SIM and eSIM options, prices and coverage, and learn where to buy a SIM card and what documents you will need.
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What to Bring Back from Armenia
Armenian brandy, Areni wine, dried fruit, sweet sujukh, duduks, pomegranate souvenirs and handmade carpets are among the best gifts to bring home. Learn what to buy, where to shop and what to avoid.
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When Is the Best Time to Visit Armenia?
May, September and October are the best months to visit Armenia for most travellers. Compare the seasons for sightseeing, Lake Sevan, skiing, wine festivals, lower prices and fewer crowds.
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Transport in Armenia
Practical guide to transport in Armenia, including Yerevan public transport, airport buses, taxis, intercity travel, trains and private drivers.
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Currency in Armenia
Practical guide to the Armenian dram, currency exchange, card payments, ATMs and carrying cash in Yerevan and the regions.
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Armenia Visa Requirements
Find out whether you need a visa for Armenia, how long you can stay, what an e‑Visa costs and which passport and entry rules apply.
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Armenian Brandy
A practical guide to ARARAT and NOY Armenian brandy: age statements, current prices, trusted shops, distillery tastings and taking bottles home.
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Climate in Armenia
Weather in Armenia by month and region: Yerevan heat, cool mountain resorts, rain, snow and the best seasons for your trip.
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Tsaghkadzor
Armenia’s flagship ski resort — 15 trails on Mount Teghenis, a modern Leitner ropeway to 2,819 m, and the 11th-century Kecharis Monastery five minutes from the lifts.
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Jermuk
Armenia’s largest spa town — forty thermal springs at 2,100 m, a 1956 mineral-water gallery by Alexander Tamanyan’s son, and a 68-metre waterfall in the Arpa gorge.
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Hankavan
The high-altitude mineral-water village at 1,900 m — thermal baths open 24 hours a day, year-round, and one of Armenia’s last Greek communities.
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Lastiver
A 100-metre-deep canyon with 13th-century cave refuges, waterfalls, tree-house camping, and the country’s most photographed hiking trail — three kilometres below Yenokavan village.
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Yenokavan
Armenia’s first adventure park with 5 ziplines up to 750 m, an Alpine-style canyon, 13th-century cave shelters at Lastiver — and a 40-horse stable serving farm-to-table dinners.
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Myler
Armenia’s newest ski resort — designed by the team behind Whistler, opened 2024, with Doppelmayr lifts climbing to 2,850 m on the western slopes of Mount Teghenis.
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Arzni
The closest mineral-water resort to Yerevan — 24 km up the Hrazdan gorge, in a village that has been Armenian for two millennia and Assyrian for two centuries.
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Aghveran
A quiet climatic and balneological resort at 1,550 m in the Tsakhkunyats mountains — thermal springs, dense forest, and the Bjni Fortress fifteen minutes down the road.
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Yerevan
Armenia’s pink-tuff capital, founded in 782 BC as the Urartian fortress of Erebuni — 29 years older than Rome. The start of every route across the country.
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Dilijan
Armenia’s forested resort town in a Tavush valley — medieval monasteries in the woods, mountain lakes, and a fresh alpine climate an hour and a half from Yerevan.
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Gyumri
Armenia’s second-largest city and official cultural capital — a preserved 19th-century town of black-and-red tuff, still visibly shaped by the 1988 earthquake.
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Ijevan
The subtropical wine town of Tavush — quieter than Dilijan, warmer than the highlands, and home to Armenia’s only outdoor sculpture museum, a working 1939 winery, and 10,000-year-old cave dwellings.
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Goris
A small town in southern Syunik on the Vararakn River — half planned 19th-century grid, half prehistoric cave dwellings, and the natural base for reaching Tatev.
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Echmiadzin
Armenia’s spiritual capital and Mother See of the Armenian Apostolic Church — home to the world’s oldest state-built cathedral (303 AD) and four UNESCO monuments, 20 km from Yerevan
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Vanadzor
Armenia’s third city, cradled in the Bazum and Pambak mountains — the natural base for reaching Haghpat, Sanahin, Stepanavan and Dilijan.
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Sisian
Sisian (Armenian: Սիսիան) is a small town in Syunik Province in southeastern Armenia. It sits on the Sisian…
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Stepanavan
A cool-climate town at 1,400 m on the Lori plateau, surrounded by pine forests and 5 km from an 11th-century Bagratid royal capital in ruins.
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Explore Armenia with a Private Driver
Discovering a new country is easier when you start with a well-planned route rather than a bus timetable. We help our guests get anywhere in Armenia and see the essentials without the rush.
Arriving by air? Book an airport transfer from Zvartnots with a meet-and-greet at the exit. For trips across the country, a car with driver in Yerevan works well — your driver knows the roads, suggests where to stop, and you don't have to worry about parking or navigation.
Prefer a guided classic route? Have a look at our day tours from Yerevan — from Garni and Geghard to Lake Sevan, Dilijan and Tatev. All tours run in comfortable private vehicles on a schedule that fits you.
