Vagharshapat

Located in West Asia on the Armenian Highlands, it is bordered by Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran to the south. The terrain is mostly mountainous, with fast flowing rivers, and few forests. The land rises to 4,090 metres above sea level at Mount Aragats. The climate in Armenia is markedly highland continental. Summers are dry and sunny, lasting from June to mid-September. Evening breezes blowing down the mountains provide a welcome refreshing and cooling effect. Springs are short, while autumns are long. Autumns are known for their vibrant and colourful foliage. Winters are quite cold with plenty of snow. Winter sports enthusiasts enjoy skiing down the hills of Tsakhkadzor, located thirty minutes outside Yerevan.

Armenia

It borders Turkey to the south and west. Vagharshapat is the largest city of the region, where you will find many museums while discovering the place. The province is the spiritual centre of the Armenian nation. If you have a taste for history, old monuments and World Heritage sites, we recommend you to stop in the Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Zvartnots Cathedral, Saint Hripsime Church, Saint Gayane Churchland or Shoghakat Church.  Armavir is also one of the richest cultural places of the Republic of Armenia.

Armavir

Machanents offers green hospitality, overnight stay, cultural programs, galleries and museums, master classes, transport, tours, souvenir shop, conference hall and etc. It is located in the Holy city of Ejmiadzin. 
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