UAE had its national holidays for 4 days this December, so my family and I decided to travel to Armenia – a city of endless charms. Armenia has a rich culture and history, and the two places I visited: Yerevan (the capital city) and Tsaghkadzor (a town) completely have my heart!
In Yerevan, this time of the year is fall, so it was lovely seeing maple leaves everywhere. The last time I experienced fall was in Boston, so the comforting aura of the amber leaves falling off every tree made it extremely peaceful and enchanting.

My tour guide Rosiana was the sweetest soul, and I already miss her. She made us try the most divine Armenian food and showed us around the cityβs main attractions.


Then we headed to Tsaghkadzor, a wintery wonderland. I think I might have celebrated an early Christmas with the gorgeous pine trees and slushy snow!

We also saw the Temple of Garni which was built to the sun god Mithra (Mihr), who is referred to as the deity of light and truth in ancient Armenian mythology. As well as the Symphony of Stones which is a majestic natural monument formed as a result of the collapse of volcanic rocks.



A short summary video (of Yerevan):
As always, travelling is one of the most beautiful ways to grow, experience, and enjoy. I am incredibly grateful for this trip, lots to see and learn!
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Loved this post so much! π
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Glad you did, Sara!
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Lovely! I enjoyed reading this post! Where do you live?
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Moved to Dubai, UAE. A glamorous city!
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Wow. Seems it’s a place to visit once. Clearly you guys enjoyed alot.
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Love this post! There is a lot I learn about traveling. Thank you! π
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Indeed! And my pleasure.
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What a delightful trip. Loved the photos.
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So glad π
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Hello Saania, I’m glad you spent a good time in Armenia. Yet 4 days is too short to see all its beauty, but hope one day you can come back and discover more from one of the oldest countries in the world π
Greetings from Armenia π
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Hi Zara! It is, because of school and exams we had to return so soon π¦
I would love to visit again, the place definitely had my heart (not to mention, the Homemade Cherry Compote!). Which part of Armenia are you from?
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I live in Yerevan π When you will have another chance to return, let me know) I’d love to meet such a wonderful and nice person as you in my homeland ππ€
Have a fabulous day π
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I loved Yerevan, I wish I had known you earlier π
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What a great adventure! Thanks for sharing your experience. Happy holidays!
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The pleasure is mine!
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Looking good Saania π
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Such a beautiful place. Thanks for sharing the deets with us…I thoroughly enjoyed reading the post…oh and the snow ππ
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I do love snow!
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What a great traveling. Nice post. Thanks for sharing
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Saania, thanks so much for sharing your awesome journey. Seeing all of the smiles tells me everyone enjoyed a great time.
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We did indeed, and the pleasure is mine π
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Glad you had a nice break and enjoyed the culture and people of another country. Not all of us have that ability and we appreciate seeing, what you have experienced!
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Grateful π
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Nice!
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Wow post. Happy Holidays ππ
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You seem most interested in the people amid this new place you visited. Is that correct?
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What a fantastic and unique place to visit – I would love to go there.
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Happy Holidays..:)
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That’s awesome
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You are beautiful and cheerful with your each post, Time is carving you in stunning being. Vacations are meant to be, to go away with regular routine and finding the nature, culture and real self. All the very best for your adventures.
Stay safe, happy and calm.
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Armenia, yes, that would be a country I’ m interested in. Because of the mountains, the nature, but not only.
You know about the famous Radio of Jerevan? And, of course, the famous, old culture.
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You have stopped by my posts but not left a comment but I decided since I had a quiet moment to pop over and see who you are. So young and already so far ahead of many your age group. Travel of any kind expands our bubble. Armenia is a country I have never been to personally. My daughter’s God parents are Armenian though. We met through the US Army. Another kind of travel. Sounds like you move around a bit too. Hope your exams went well and your holiday was everything one could hope for this year.
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Looks and sounds like a great adventure!
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Sure was!
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That’s awesome.
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This was a lovely journey through Armenia. The symphony of Stones is what intrigues me about your post. A first look and I thought it was some type of thatch. Very nice. A quick 48 hours.? Definitely a place worth visiting for its history culture, and charms.
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Beautiful photos and lovely memories. Thank you for sharing.
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Historical places!
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Lovely photos. I have lived in Syria and Aleppo was the hub of the Armenian community there
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Reblogged this on Indian Travel + Life.
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Great
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Great blog post π
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