Discovering Arteni: A 10-Million-Year-Old Geological Marvel and Archaeological Treasure in Armenia
Nestled to the west of the towering Aragats peaks, Arteni Volcano is more than just an isolated geological formation—it’s a window into […]
Category: Nature
Armenia: The Birthplace of Many Cereal Plants
The great Russian geneticist, Academician N. Vavilov, regarded ancient Armenia as the origin (or “hearth”) of many cultivated plants, especially cereals. The […]
Vayots Sar – Volcano that destroyed a large city on the Silk Road in Armenia
The tragic tale of Pompeii, wiped out by Vesuvius, is famous across the world, yet few people are aware that in the […]
Hosrov Reserve – Armenia
Is there anything left of its former splendor after the fires of August? It was common knowledge that the unique Hosrov Reserve […]
Asiatic lion inhabitant of Ancient Armenia
The Asiatic lion was once a common sight throughout the Armenian Highlands, where it thrived in the region’s diverse ecosystems. Its majestic […]
Gosh Lake, Armenia
The small, picturesque Lake Gosh, surrounded by lush, dense forests, is located in the heart of Dilijan State Reserve. It received its […]
Lake Urmia, Kaputan Dzov
Lake Urmia (Classical Armenian Kaputan Dzov [“Blue Sea”]) lies some 4,000 feet above sea level, extends 100 miles from north to south, […]
Lake Artchak, Historykal Armenia
Lake Artchak is a small salt lake in the Armenian Highlands. It is currently located in the Van province of Western Armenia. […]
Dilijan: Amazingly Beautiful Nature Combined with Healing Climate
Dilijan is a city located in Armenia, the Tavush region. It is on the river Aghstev and is a world-famous mountain and […]
Apricot, Armenia’s Fruit
The luscious season of summer fruits in Armenia begins with June, the month of apricots. Every year, the country bursts with trees […]