Ancient country Armenia is rich in sights that count in the thousands. Such an abundance of monuments of architecture and history is due to the fact that the Armenian culture was formed under the influence of ancient societies and states with which the country established trade relations. It is worth noting that the main property of the culture of Armenia is that it is susceptible to the life and life of other nations.
Tourists and scholars often come to Armenia, who study local culture. In the distant past in the territories now belonging to Armenia, the legendary civilizations flourished. A great many great battles and events took place here, which to this day are of importance to the world community. Interesting places in Armenia are not only objects related to ancient history, but also the hospitality of local residents, the way of their life. Anyone who has ever visited this amazing country once, knows what it is about.
Historical monuments
The historical places of Armenia preserve the memory of the pre-Christian era. Here are preserved the ruins of the cities of Urartu, the ancient capitals, the pagan temple of Garni. There are monuments of Christian architecture on the territory of the country. If you travel to the holy places of Armenia, then the journey will be like a pilgrimage, because all the way is literally strewn with monasteries, monasteries, temples. It is worth noting that Armenians are proud to have adopted Christianity as the official religion among the first in the world.
If to speak about natural sights, the most beautiful places in Armenia are connected with the sacred mountain Ararat. Local residents call it no other than the Giant, because the circumference of the mountain is about 40 kilometers. From the mountain peaks, melt water flows, so most of the Anatolian plain has become a fertile land. If you look at Agri-Dagi, the peak of Ararat , then the sensations are incredible. The mountain peak, towering above the plain of the Araks River, looks unearthly against the backdrop of a harsh landscape.
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In the Gokht Gorge is another attraction - the monastery of Geghardavank (Geghard, Ayrivank). The name of the monastery complex is translated as "monastery of the spear". An ancient legend says that here in the past was stored the very spear that pierced the crucified Christ on the cross. The tip is now stored in the museum of Echmiadzin. This museum is part of the monastery. Here is the church of St. Hripsime, which is considered a masterpiece of Armenian architecture. The oldest cathedral in the country is preserved on the territory of the complex, which is the main temple of the Armenian Apostolic Church. It occupies about 80 thousand square meters. In addition, the monastery complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It is not surprising that the main sights of Armenia are concentrated in the vicinity of Yerevan , but there are places to look at in remote settlements from the capital. Thus, in the village of Garni, the Mashtots Ayrapet church, built in honor of Mesrop Mashtots, was preserved, which laid down the principles of Armenian phonetics. The letters, which were created by the archimandrite, have been used by the Armenian people for sixteen centuries already. The church was built over the grave of Mashtots, and his relics are in the crypt.
In the vicinity of Garni there is a pagan temple, which is the most famous monument of the period of Hellenism and paganism. It was built in the 1st century by the order of Tsar Trdat I.
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"Citadel of Swallow" Tsitsernakaberd, surprisingly transparent Lake Sevan, fifty-four-meter monument "Mother Armenia", Sanahin, Surb Astvatsatsin Church, Mena-prikich, bell tower, book depository, Academy, gallery - there are countless sights in Armenia!
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