When to go to Armenia?

Head to Erevan, the economic, cultural and political centre of the country. The historic centre is really magnificent and the surrounding area consists of hills and valleys. You should also visit Dilijan. Its mountainous landscapes serve to captivate its visitors. Echmiadzin is the most important place in the country for Armenian Christians. Autumn is the best time to visit Armenia's beautiful towns.

Armenia has several natural treasures to offer its visitors. You absolutely must visit Debed Canyon. There you'll find the Haghpat Monastery and the Sanahin Monastery as well as several little villages along the river. Lake Sevan, the Yeghegis Valley and of course Dilijan and its beautiful mountain landscapes are all great sites to visit as well. Travel in summer and autumn to be able to visit various locales in the absolute best conditions.

Armenia is well-known for its monasteries. The Monastery of Geghard is not to be missed, along with the surrounding trees. There's a tradition of making a wish, then wrapping a strip of cloth around one of these trees. The Tatev Monastery is also quite well-known. It's classified as a heritage site by UNESCO and it offers an amazing view of Vorotan Canyon and the peaks of Karabakh. Finally, you can choose to climb Mount Aragats, the highest in Armenia. It's best to travel in summer or autumn.

Armenia is a dream come true for amateur hikers. Of course, you can climb the famous Mount Aragat in the summer or during autumnl. In Erevan, you can walk through the heart of the protected area controlled by the Kanach Foundation, the organisation behind the creation of hiking and mountaineering guides. It's best to travel during autumn to enjoy the best temperatures, or in the summer if you're headed to the mountains.

Whether you're a pro or just a casual bird enthusiast, Armenia is a choice destination for you More than 300 species have been observed and several endangered European species can be found there. It's best to travel in autumn if you want to use your trip to go bird watching, or during the spring if you're not too worried about showers.