Armenia

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Yerevan is the hub for travel, with nearby monasteries and mountain scenery easy to visit on a day trip. Provincial towns like Gyumri have a calmer atmosphere.

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Average temperature by month

Based on Yerevan · 5-year average

-1° Jan

2° Feb

7° Mar

14° Apr

17° May

24° Jun

27° Jul

27° Aug

23° Sep

14° Oct

8° Nov

2° Dec

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Yerevan

The capital of Armenia, considered one of the longest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It sits along the Hrazdan River and is also known for its wine and brandy, making it a great destination for food and drink.

45 sights 9 guides Zvartnots International Airport (EVN)

Gyumri

Armenia's second-largest city, located in the northwest, 120 km from Yerevan. Winters are bitterly cold and summers are hot, so each season reveals a different side of the city.

24 sights 9 guides Zvartnots International Airport (EVN)

Hrazdan

The capital of Armenia's Kotayk Province, located 45 km northeast of Yerevan and the country's fifth-largest city. It offers a range of attractions, including Kecharis Monastery and the Tsaghkadzor ski resort.

12 sights 9 guides Zvartnots International Airport (EVN)

Abovyan

A satellite town 16 km northeast of Yerevan that serves as a gateway into the capital. It's a small town worth a brief stop on the way to or from Yerevan.

31 sights 9 guides Zvartnots International Airport (EVN)

Dvin

The former capital of early medieval Armenia, located 35 km south of Yerevan. It was one of the region's leading cities until it was destroyed by Mongol invasions in the 13th century.

6 sights 9 guides Zvartnots International Airport (EVN)

Top sights in Armenia

Museums & galleries

Matenadaran

The Matenadaran is an ancient manuscript repository in Yerevan, Armenia, home to a valuable collection of old manuscripts. It offers a glimpse into the history of the Armenian alphabet and the country's past.

Temples & religious sites

Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque is an 18th-century Shia mosque in Yerevan and the only mosque currently in active use in Armenia. Its history, spanning the Soviet era and a later restoration, gives it plenty of stories to tell.

Parks & gardens

Republic Square

Republic Square is the central plaza of Yerevan, known for its striking fountains. As the city's signature landmark, it's a pleasant place for a stroll.

Heritage & monuments

Mother Armenia

This massive female statue symbolizes Armenia and stands on a hill in Victory Park overlooking the capital, Yerevan. Its grand scale and sweeping views over the city make it a striking sight.

Museums & galleries

Tsitsernakaberd

A memorial complex on Tsitsernakaberd hill in Yerevan, dedicated to the victims of the Armenian Genocide. Its museum, opened in 1995, presents the history behind the tragedy, and crowds gather here every year on the April 24 memorial day.

Museums & galleries

National Gallery of Armenia

The largest art museum in Armenia, located on Republic Square in Yerevan. It houses Russian and Western European art alongside the world's largest collection of Armenian art.

Culture & venues

Yerevan Opera Theater

The Yerevan Opera and Ballet Theatre has served as the heart of Armenian performing arts since it opened in 1933. It houses two halls, so visitors can enjoy both opera and concerts there.