Armenian Brandy

Armenia is a country of old and new. As the first Christian country of Europe and after more than 600 years of servitude to foreign powers, it is indeed one of the most exciting places to be next to one of the richest countries history in Europe. So if you want a vacation filled with culture, history, relaxation and pleasure, here are the ten most essential things to do in Armenia:

1.) Ughtasar

Getting to this ancient fortress is even more difficult than his name only as a 4x4 combined with summer weather can take tourists across the top of the mountain plateau where it is located. By entering the site, you will see more than 2000 petroglyphs left by the former hunting scenes, rituals and ancient culture. Of course, it does not hurt that the sight of this site is also great.

2.) Erebuni Fortress

The fortress of Erebuni also holds a treasure trove of objects. These date from the millennium before Christ. The fort has been transformed into a museum and you will find nearly 12,000 objects belonging to the ancient civilization that flourished on the earth.

3.) Zvartnots Temple

This temple is testament to Armenia as having the oldest national church in the world. The temple dates back over 1700 years in the past and has only recently been excavated by a team of archaeologists. On the field, you will see not only the old church, but a museum, cathedral and seminary as well. This place is the center of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

4.) National Gallery

The National Gallery is the setting of national treasures such as the art of classical music to modern times. Not only does it contain Armenian art, but art and Western. It was founded on 1919 and has since served as a repository for cultural property in the country.

5.) Dilijan Old

This picturesque country town situated in the heart of the forest of Northern Armenia. The city boasts of having been the residence of many famous artists, musicians, composers and others. This popular destination attracts tourists because of its early 20th century architecture and exhibits of musical instruments and crafts.

6.) Ararat Cognac Factory

What is the basis for the home producer of the machine brandy most famous in the country. The brandy made this place has become the favorite of people around the world, including the famous Winston Churchill. It is a place worth seeing.

7.) Matenadaran Institute

It is located in the heart of Yerevan. The Matenadaran Institute houses an impressive collection of books written by hand. It is an imposing edifice guarded by statues of the famous silent Armenian intellectuals such as Mesrp Mashtots Mkhitar Gosh Anania Shirakatsi, Roslin, etc.

8.) Gaghard Cathedral

A church made famous by the fact that it is literally carved into the rock, the Cathedral Gaghard is indeed an example of what country the exemplary architecture. The name translates literally Geghard dramatically. It is because he hosted the spear that pierced the body of Jesus during his crucifixion.

9.) Haghpat Sanahin and Monasteries

Located in the Lori region and along the banks of River Debed, these two famous monasteries are some of World Heritage sites by UNESCO. Both sites allow users to recall not only tourists but the locals themselves of their rich cultural heritage and intellectual achievement. Both sites were built during the 10th century and took hundreds of years to finish.

10.) Garni Temple

Illustrated with two dozen of Ionic columns, the temple is as a reminder of last Hellenistic countries.