Garni Temple is a 1st-century AD Greco-Roman temple located in the village of Garni, Armenia. This impressive and well-preserved structure has served as a pagan temple, royal summer playground, and Soviet trade union resort.
Geghard Monastery, also known as Ayrivank meaning "Monastery of the Cave," is a medieval monastery located in the Kotayk region of Armenia. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 and is named after the legendary spear used by the Roman soldier Longinus to pierce the side of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion.
Known for traditional Armenian food with Caucasian influences, Kavkaz restaurant located in Goght village is sure to delight your taste buds. You can enjoy a variety of kebabs, khinkali, khashlama, and other authentic dishes prepared in a traditional oven.
The Matenadaran is a research institute and repository of ancient manuscripts, located in Yerevan, Armenia. It has one of the world’s largest depositories of ancient manuscripts and books covering such subjects as history, geography, medicine, literature, art history, and cosmography in Armenian and many other languages.
The Cascade Complex is a giant stairway in Yerevan made of limestone covered with a mosaic of white stones and serves as the main point of communication between Kentron (downtown) and the Monument neighborhoods in Yerevan. The complex contains various sculptures and fountains on its way up and offers a panoramic view of the city from the top.
It is recommended to hire a taxi for the day, which costs around AMD 25,000 - 30,000. Alternatively, you can also use public transportation like buses and minibusses, which cost around AMD 100-400 per ride. However, the public transportation system can be confusing for tourists, and it does not necessarily guarantee timely arrival as they adhere to strict schedules and can be quite crowded at times.
If you have extra time, you may want to add a visit to the Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex, located in Yerevan, which is a testament to the Armenian Genocide of 1915-1923. If you have less time, you may cut Geghard Monastery from the itinerary and visit only Garni Temple.
Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) is the main airport serving Yerevan, located 12 km west of the city center. It operates flights to many international destinations in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. There are also frequent domestic flights from Yerevan to other cities such as Gyumri, Shirak, Stepanakert, and Zvartnots.