Armenia is a small nation often overlooked by tourists because of its location between Turkey and its more well-known neighbour, Georgia. Although there are numerous tourist attractions in Armenia, the government retains its old, mysterious charm since the masses have not yet discovered it.
The people there are among the friendliest you'll meet, and the region has a wealth of historical significance. As far back as 4000 BCE, you may find specific sites. You can discover the terrain you're searching for in the Armenian countryside, whether it is undulating hills or trekking over snow-capped peaks.
A Capital "F" For "Fresh"
Travelling to Armenia will improve your health significantly. When we were in Yeghegnadzor, we met a guy who welcomed us to his house for a lunch produced from his garden; how he described life in a nation where, for many people, the most extended distance food goes from the garden to the kitchen was reminiscent of a proud father telling stories about his kid.
Everything here is very new and clean. In Armenia, you can always count on a product being fresh. The food makes me nauseous, so I have to bring my snacks when I go to work. Until I return to my home in Armenia, I can only eat bread and fish. Armenians are already living a lifestyle that people in other countries pay through the sky for.
This comes when the organic craze is sweeping the world, and bio-this, eco-that, and GMO-free, who knows what items are flooding the stores. Breakfasts were always lavish, with freshly prepared jams, fruit picked from the trees in the backyard, hand-churned butter and milk, and wine crafted from grapes grown on vines that entwined themselves around each host's home.
It's Rich In History
Armenia has a long and troubled history, so visitors should be prepared for both. It was formerly home to a thriving culture, but today it is a tiny landlocked country sandwiched between Iran and Georgia and besieged by Turkey and Azerbaijan.
Many nations have not yet acknowledged the genocide committed by the Ottomans against their people, and the city's majestic structures were destroyed by an earthquake in 1988.
Despite their country's troubled past, Armenians are justifiably proud of their heritage. Armenian culture formerly reached from the Persian Empire into Eastern Europe, and it was the first nation to produce wine and convert to Christianity.
The World's Kindest People Live There
Pride in one's country might get in the way of being welcoming to visitors from other nations. On the contrary, Armenians are delighted to host visitors because they are so proud of their culture. One fantastic illustration of this occurred at the UNESCO-listed monastery of Haghpat, which we visited on our way to Alaverdi.
Our tour guide, the groundskeeper, was so pleased to see a young, curious couple and so proud of the monastery he had been maintaining for ten years that he took us on a private tour and even allowed us to enter the bell tower. Everywhere we walked, people welcomed us with warm grins and waved.
Without even asking, we were given transportation back to town after a day of trekking, and when we walked by someone's house, we were treated to complimentary fruit and beverages. Visits to Armenia are enhanced by countless unanticipated delights and generous gestures of local friendliness.
Safe. Super Secure
As a result of this way of thinking, Armenians are exceptionally respectful of other people and their possessions. No one will ever try to steal anything from you or your suitcase while you're sightseeing in Armenia.
Vehicles frequently sit unattended in parking lots and along streets with the keys still inside the ignition. Even if a man makes a pass at you, all you have to do is say "no," and he'll back off and shake your hand instead. Unless you regard a taxi driver adding a dollar to his fare as a "scam," you won't have any problems. No way in hell!
What's The Holdup?
Eventually, the rest of the world will see what a treasure Armenia is. Still, poverty and high unemployment persist throughout the country. Travel to Armenia would be very appreciated. We are hoping for the best.
The nation possesses all the necessary elements to become a tourist hotspot. We do not doubt that it will receive the recognition it merits in due time. Make a point of stopping by before that happens. It's impossible to be let down by the country or its people.
