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TOUR TO KHOR VIRAP, JERMUK
27 USD
Bus
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Within the framework of this tour we will visit Khor Virap monastery, where the first Catholicos of All Armenians St. Gregory the Illuminator was imprisoned for 13 years for preaching Christianity. Then we will go to Vayots Dzor, get acquainted with the history of Noravank, which is considered a masterpiece of Armenian architecture, we will admire the wonderful landscapes of our highlands. The visit to Paruyr Sevak House-Museum is optional.
Continuing the way we will reach the city of Jermuk, which is rich with its resorts. At the Jermuk Mineral Water Gallery, we will have the opportunity to taste mineral water of different temperatures. Within the framework of the city tour we will visit the famous waterfall called “Mermaid’s Hair”. On the way back we will have a stop at Areni Winery, where we will taste different types of wines.
Lusine Azizyan
Contact group creatorEstablished in 2011, ONE WAY TOUR is a rapidly growing tour agency organizing full-service tours to Armenia, Georgia and Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh Republic). We are a team of enthusiastic professionals that believes in having a good time while doing what we love and we do love what we do.
Established in 2011, ONE WAY TOUR is a rapidly growing tour agency organizing full-service tours to Armenia, Georgia and Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh Republic). We are a team of enthusiastic professionals that believes in having a good time while doing what we love and we do love what we do.
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Meeting Point
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Meeting point Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan, Sayat-Nova Avenue, Yerevan, Armenia 40.1871,44.517
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Jun 24, 2021 Thursday
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8:00 AM
The price does not include the entrance fee of Paruyr Sevak house-museum – 500 AMD.
Travel Map
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Yerevan is the ancient capital of Armenia which is very popular today among tourists from different countries. The sights of Yerevan and its surrounding provinces include many old fortresses, churches, museums and other cultural monuments of the country. The city with a long history nowadays has a convenient and developed infrastructure, beautifully combining elements of old and modern architecture.
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The name of Khor Virap monastery is translated as “deep dungeon”. The first Catholicos of All Armenians Saint Gregory the Illuminator, was imprisoned here for 13 years by the order of the Armenian pagan king Tiridates III for the preaching Christianity. When the king was stricken with a disease his sister saw a dream: an angel told her that Tiridates would be saved only after the liberation of Gregory the Illuminator. Thus the king released Gregory the Illuminator, and the latter healed the king. After the cure the king proclaimed Christianity as the state religion. Khor Virap has an important historical significance for Armenia. Today tourists have the opportunity to descend into the underground dungeon which is located inside St. Gregory the Illuminator chapel. The best view of the holy mountain Ararat opens from the territory of the monastery.
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Noravank monastery is located in Vayots Dzor province, 3 km northeast of Amaghu village. The name of the monastery is translated as “new monastery”. Noravank was built in the 13-14th centuries. The monastery complex is located on a steep mountain ledge, near the cliff. The territory is “framed” by unusual cliffs of bright red color, which create a very picturesque background for the buildings. Noravank was an important cultural and spiritual center in the Middle Ages; it also served as the residence of the bishops of Syunik province. Noravank monastery is one of the most visited attractions in Armenia. The complex is a magnificent architectural and artistic creation. The monastery was completely restored.
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Jermuk waterfall is located in Jermuk city. The city is surounded by cliffs at a height of 2080 meters above sea level. The city is located in the south-eastern part of the Republic of Armenia, in Vayots Dzor province (historic district of Vayots Dzor province of Syunik province). Jermuk waterfall has a height of 72 meters and splits into the Arpa river, and reminds the girl’s hair. From here comes another name for the waterfall – Mermaid’s hair.
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The healing characteristics of local mineral springs are the reason why a great amount of visitors come to Jermuk city each year. The name “Jermuk” is translated as a “hot spring” from Armenian. It is also renowned for its health resorts, wonderful nature and pure mountain air. From the height of the hills around the resort city, a beautiful panorama of thick forests, waterfalls, colourful meadows and amazing cliffs opens. The other pride of Jermuk is the water gallery that is recommended to visit for people with different health issues. There are many ancient historical and architectural landmarks in the area of the city.
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People who appreciate good wines and are interested in the history of ancient architecture, will definitely fall in love with the tiny Armenian Areni village. The “Areni Wine” festival has been arranged here every autumn since 2009; over 100 types of finest Armenian wines are presented at the festival and visitors can taste and purchase young and old wines manufactured at the Areni winery.
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Yerevan is the ancient capital of Armenia which is very popular today among tourists from different countries. The sights of Yerevan and its surrounding provinces include many old fortresses, churches, museums and other cultural monuments of the country. The city with a long history nowadays has a convenient and developed infrastructure, beautifully combining elements of old and modern architecture.