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Armenia, from the inside.
Honest guides to the monasteries, food, holidays and people of Armenia, written by the people who live here.
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Map of Armenia
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Monasteries, ancient sites, lakes and Yerevan sights, with drive times from the capital and what is near each one.
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Armenia Visa
Armenia visa rules for 2026: who is visa-free for 180 days, e-visa fees of USD 8 and USD 39, and the residence-permit…
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Top 10 Armenian Startups
Top 10 Armenian Startups covers PicsArt, Krisp, ServiceTitan, SuperAnnotate, Sololearn and more. See what each company does and who founded it.
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Is it safe in Armenia?
Is it safe in Armenia? Current official travel advice (Nov 2026), areas near the Azerbaijan border to avoid, crime, scams, roads and…
Calendar
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31Dec
New Year's EveFamilies gather around a full table to see in the New Year
1Jan
New YearThe biggest family holiday, with visits that go on for days
6Jan
Armenian ChristmasChristmas and the Baptism of Christ in one feast, with the Blessing of Water
27Jan
Day of Remembrance for Those Who Fell Defending the HomelandA day off since 2026, in memory of soldiers who died for Armenia
28Jan
Army DayThe founding of the Armenian army in 1992
13Feb
TrndezEvening bonfires in churchyards; couples jump over the flames. The feast day is 14 February
8Mar
Women's DayFlowers and presents for women; the start of "the month of women"
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