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ARMENIA TOURINFO Founding Director Garen Marcarian Executive Director Edgar Meliksetyan Editor/Translator Sona Paremuzyan Art Designer Meri Minasian Admin. Coordinator Angelika Gevorgyan Marketing Manager Emma Sarkissian Photographer Vahe Minasyan
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Publisher's Note YOU ARE AS WELCOME AS THE FLOWERS IN
May "The wind is tossing the lilacs, The new leaves laugh in the sun, And the petals fall on the orchard wall, But for me the spring is done‌''
May is considered to be a victory month in Armenia. This month has special historical events which brought independence and freedom to our ancient country. This is not only a period when nature is blossoming, but also the whole country is bursting with love. While being in Armenia, you should take part in celebrations of May 9 and May 28. Don't miss a chance to taste Armenian national Dolma (Tolma) and drink wine of incredible high quality. Besides ancient landmarks, Armenia offers a great number of modern activities to take. Enjoy your nightlife in high class pubs and clubs. Enrich your culinary experience by visiting local and foreign restaurants. Don't forget about museums, galleries and places of interests to explore all around the country‌ May, more than any other month of the year, wants us to feel most alive, so energize yourself with positive vibes and take the best out of your stay in Armenia. Garen Marcarian Founder-Publisher
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WINE DAYS IN YEREVAN
TOLMA FESTIVAL
VICTORY DAY
Also known as Labour Day or Workers' Day in some countries, and often referred to as May Day is a celebration of labourers and the working classes that is promoted by the international labour movement which occurs every year on May Day 1.
Yerevan Wine Days will take place in one of the most enchanting, central neighborhoods of Yerevan, known also as wine-lovers’ corner (Saryan street, the intersection of Tumanyan and Pushkin streets), on May 11-12, 2018 at 18:00–23:00. "Yerevan Wine Days" gives a great opportunity to Armenian wine producers, the restaurants and/or other Armenian companies, to introduce their products and services to the international visitors, find new partners and conduct other marketing campaigns.
Tolma Festival is an annual festival in Armenia, also known as Uduli, that is held annually near the city of Armavir, Armenia. It began in 2011 and focuses on appreciation of Armenian cuisine, especially dolma, a traditional Armenian dish made of ground beef, lamb and spices wrapped in grape leaves, cabbage leaves and vegetables. During the competition, festival guests can watch Armenian dances, listen to songs, and taste tolma. At the end of the festival, the jury chooses the best chef. The winner gets a special prize — a golden statue. This year it is holding in Hnaberd, Ararat marz (region). Victory Day is a holiday that commemorates the victory of the Soviet Union over Nazi Germany in the Great Patriotic War. During the Soviet Union's existence, 9 May was celebrated throughout the USSR and in the countries of the Eastern Bloc. This day locals and tourists visit the Victory Park to pay tribute to the heroes who shed their blood for the sake of their homeland.
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PROMINENT ARMENIANS
HEROES WHO
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''To struggle in defense of what is right is not a calamity but a blessing.'' G. Njdeh
GAREGINNJDEH A prominent Armenian military commander, national hero and philosopher. He played a crucial role in the formation and preservation of the Armenian statehood. So, it comes as no surprise that you will find Njdeh’s most inspiring quotes shared on the youth’s pages of social networking sites. Besides, there are several statues, streets and even movies dedicated to the most prominent figure of the 20th century.
ANDRANIKOZANIAN An Armenian military commander and statesman, the best known fedayi and a key figure of the Armenian national liberation movement. From the late 19th century to the early 20th century, he was one of the main Armenian leaders of military efforts for the independence of Armenia. After the Revolution of 1917, the Russian army retreated and left the Armenian irregulars outnumbered against the Turks. By May 1918, Turkish forces stood near Yerevan-the future Armenian capital-and were halted at the Battle of Sardarabad. After beating the Turkes, the First Armenian Republic was found.
MONTE MELKONIAN An Armenian revolutionary, left-wing nationalist militant and commander. He was the leader of an offshoot of the Armenian Secret Army for the Liberation of Armenia (ASALA) in the 1980s and the most celebrated commander during the Nagorno-Karabakh War in the early 1990s. Monte was killed by Azerbaijani soldiers while surveying Merzili with five of his comrades in the aftermath of battle.
VAZGENSARGSYAN An Armenian military commander and politician. He was the first Defence Minister of Armenia from 1991 to 1992 and then from 1995 to 1999. He served as Armenia's Prime Minister from 11 June 1999 until his assassination on 27 October of that year. He rose to prominence during the mass movement for the unification of Nagorno-Karabakh with Armenia in the late 1980s leading Armenian volunteer groups. Sargsyan is now widely recognized as a national hero across the political spectrum and by the public. Given the honorific Sparapet, he made significant contributions to the establishment of Armenia as independent state and ensuring its security as the founder of the Armenian Army. 12 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
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For all Armenians around the world, the year 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the First Republic of Armenia and the heroic Battles of May, which is one of the most brilliant manifestations of national unity in the history of Armenians. It is a celebration of our salvation and renaissance that led to the establishment of our statehood and paved the way for the Republic of Armenia today. The desire and will to live free and independent, even at the risk of known death,has become one of the most remarkable aspects of the many decades of Armenian history beginning with Haig Nahabed. In our recent history on May 28, 1918, the Armenian people, with the faith and determination of Vartan Mamigonian and Ghevont Yeretz, re-established its own sovereign country to live free on its ancestral land in accordance withthe collective will of the people. May 28 is a precise and meaningful turning point in Armenian history after the fall of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia (1375) making the Armenian people subject to foreign powers. What a providential event this was when considering that just a few years earlier the Armenian Genocide took place in the Ottoman Empire, and the Armenian nation’s tricolor flag of independence was raised! The establishment of the first Armenian Republic on May 28 was not easy. Indeed, the wounds left by World War I had not been resolved. The October Revolution (1917) that took place in Russia led to Russia’s departure from the Caucasus leaving the Armenians alone against the Turks. On the external front, the circumstances surrounding Armenia and the geopolitical gains to be received were not in our favor. On the internal front Armenia was fragile and did not have an organized army and healthy economy. Under these conditions the Turkish army begins to move toward Yerevan. It was, without doubt, difficult for the small Armenian forces to defend the length of the battleground, stretching from the Black Sea to Vasporagan. At this decisive moment Aram Manoogian was declared supreme commander. Our people, young and old, clergy and laity, intellectual and commoner, followed Aram’s appeal and under the motto “freedom or death” shed blood in Karakilisa, Sardarabad, and Bash-Abaran for the independence of the fatherland with their conscience engagement. During the battles at the doors of Yerevan, the victorious Armenian people declared their fatherland’s independence. This is the message of the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Republic. Those who shed blood on the road to independence are heroes and martyrs. Therefore, let us bow down to the creation and defense of the first Armenian Republic, just as from May 28 up to this day we bow before the memory of our known and unknown innocent heroes who fought, served and were martyred.If you fancy travelling around Armenia at this period, take part in history-making celebrations. 14 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
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he Aurora Humanitarian Initiative was founded in memory of the survivors of the Armenian Genocide and in honor of their saviors by descendants of the survivors who wish to demonstrate their gratitude by action. The 2018 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity ceremony, Aurora Dialogues and weekend of inspirational events, will take place on June 8-10, 2018 in Armenia. Pre-eminent humanitarians, academics, philanthropists, human rights defenders, government officials, journalists and business leaders from around the world will gather for the purpose of galvanizing action to address today’s most pressing humanitarian challenges and to celebrate the best of humanity. The weekend will culminate with the presentation of the third annual $1.1 million Aurora Prize, a global humanitarian award given to an individual for the exceptional impact their actions have had on preserving human life and advancing humanitarian causes. The laureate is invited to share $1million with organizations which inspire their work. Looking back to the previous year, it's worth nothing that singer and songwriter Charles Aznavour announced the 2017 Aurora Prize Laureate - Dr. Tom Catena – during the May 28 ceremony in Yerevan, Armenia. As the second Aurora Prize Laureate, Dr. Catena was awarded $100,000 in gratitude for his dedicated service as the sole surgeon operating in the war and famine-ravaged Nuba region of Sudan. In addition to the $100,000 prize awarded to Dr. Catena for his selfless efforts. The Aurora Prize Selection Committee includes Nobel Laureates Oscar Arias, Shirin Ebadi and Leymah Gbowee; former president of Ireland Mary Robinson; human rights activist Hina Jilani; former foreign minister of Australia and President Emeritus of the International Crisis Group Gareth Evans; former president of Mexico Ernesto Zedillo; President of the Carnegie Corporation of New York Vartan Gregorian; and Academy Award-winning actor and humanitarian George Clooney. The late Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Elie Wiesel served as the Selection Committee’s inaugural co-chair. A schedule of events and additional information about the 2018 Aurora Dialogues and Aurora Prize weekend will be available in the coming months at www.auroraprize.org. 16 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
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Sardarapat Memorial
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his memorial complex is built in honor to the Battle of Sardarapat located in the village of Araks, in Armavir marz (region) 11 kilometers southwest of Armavir town. In 1968 during the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Battle of Sardarapat wich took place on May 22–26, 1918, a memorial park was laid out on the spot of the battlefield. The memorial was designed by architect Rafael Israelyan while the sculpting is by Ara Harutyunyan, Arsham Shahinyan and Samvel Manasyan. The entrance is flanked by huge winged oxen made of red tufa stone. A flight of steps leads to a square from which a 26-metre-high bell tower rises. The beautiful trellis structure with its twelve bells can be seen from afar. The bells ring every year on the day of the historic victory. The monument is guarded by massive ancient style Armenian-winged lions, and is flanked by a memorial garden for Karabakh (Arstakh) martyrs. Sardarapat Memorial is a symbol of pride and survival. The Sardarapat Memorial marks the place of Armenia's successful last-ditch effort to save the nation from obliteration at the hands of the Turks in the Battle of Sardarapat on May 22–26, 1918. Against tremendous odds, and during the haunting backdrop of genocide during the previous few years, Armenia's makeshift army rebuffed the Turkish troops and safeguarded the small portion of historic Armenia, what became the current republic as it stands today. On the grounds of the historic battle one can visit the Sardarapat Ethnography and Liberation Movement History Museum adjacent to the outdoor monument. 20 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
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BULGUR WRAPPED MEAT
Ishli Kufta:
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shli Kufta was brought to Armenia by Syrian-Armenians. A few years ago only Syrian-Armenians used to cook this dish, however during recent ten years Ishli Kufta became more popular among local Armenians.
INGREDIENTS
•1 kilo of bulgur •1 kilo minced meat •2 tablespoons sweet cayenne pepper •1 kilo ground beef •1 kilo chopped onion •salt, common caraway, cayenne pepper, black pepper
PREPARATION
To prepare bulgur: •add warm water (estimated by sight) to one kilo bulgur •add two tablespoons cayenne •knead •let sit 15 minutes then add minced meat •continue kneading until well mixed To prepare meat stuffing: •Cook one kilo ground beef with salt to taste, until browned •Add one kilo chopped onions •Let cook for a few minutes, then add other spices
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ake small balls from bulgur mixture, and then make a hole in the ball with thumb. Stuffs it with the cooked beef mixture, and close it very fast. The final phase of cooking is optional: either boil them in water or roast them in oil, depending on taste. Serve with lemon.
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BIRDWATCHING
Ec otourism
Birdwatchers are to visit our contrasting country and to record about 150 bird species, including Caspian Snowcock, Alpine Accentor, White-winged Snowfinch, Radde’s Accentor, White-throated Robinwide, Persian Wheatear, White-tailed Lapwing and number of others. Bird observations are supplemented by beautiful scenarios of semi-desert hills, high-mountains, deep canyons and clear lakes. The birding sites often provide additional opportunities for observation of butterflies, dragonflies, damselflies, flowers, and sometimes even large mammals, such as Bezoar Goat, Brown Bear, etc.
BROWN BEAR TRACKING
A real adventure for nature lovers – an opportunity to track and observe Syrian Brown bears (Ursus arctos syriacus) in the wild, guided by a wildlife expert. One will have a chance to observe not only bears and other animals, such as Bezoar goats (endemic for the region), Eurasian Black vulture, Bearded vulture, Griffon vulture, Egyptian vulture, Golden eagle, Steppe eagle and many other forest and steppe bird species, but also will learn about field methods of bear research, such as tracking with camera traps, field observations, track measurement, etc.
ARMENIA IN BLOOM One will be introduced to the Armenia’s rich and diverse flora on its brightest expression – the season of luxuriant growth of plants and their mass flowering. The tour routes cover diverse habitats from semi-desert belt to alpine carpets making the trip enjoyable and interesting to everyone, who loves plants: from professional botanists to amateur plant lovers.
ENTOMOLOGICAL TOURS OF GARNI The diversity of natural and climatic conditions, the location of the country at the crossroads of different bio-geographical regions, and an active geological record help to explain the presence of more than 12000 species of insects, including about 4000 species of beetles and 2000 species of butterflies, with many endemic species among them. In this tour we would like to present diversity of Armenian entomofauna.
REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS This tour aims to present diversity of Armenian reptiles and amphibians. One can make interesting observation of marvelous reptiles and amphibians life and take beautiful pictures of them. Besides, there are many historical monuments of different ages. You will be able to see some of them too. 30 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
Medical
TTOURISM
Armenia has become a destination for those seeking reasonable and affordable medical tourism options. Though some treatments aren’t legal in many countries, Armenia provides all types through highly specialized doctors and modern medical equipments. Here you will find all types of medical surgeries, dental and fertility treatments, psychiatry, alternative treatments, convalescent care etc. You will maintain and restore your health with validated medical services.
Why To Choose Armenia as a Medical Tourism Destination?
Want medical alternatives? Armenian spa towns and sanitariums are great options to choose. Jermuk spa town, Arzni, Bjni etc. are the destinations you need to treat diseases from gout to liver disorders and bronchitis with health-giving mineral waters and other natural means of treatment.
Treatments with reasonable prices
Affordable travel
Modern medical equipments and standards
Licensed and validated service
Short wait time for certain chosen procedure
Highly specialized doctors
Astghik medical ce center
Ort & Art Dental Clinic
is a breath of fresh air in Armenia’s health care system… 28/1 Daniel Varuzhan Str. +374 60 65 12 19 32 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
Your smile, our passion... 7/25 Koryun Str. +374 10 54 11 71 +374 91 41 00 32
Medical CCENTERS
Slavmed Medical Center Formula of your health... 3, 4/2 Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 32 22 11
Since 2010, Da Vinci clinic
Is a multy-profile and dynamically developing medical center where the main directions are plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine.
Online Medicine Delivery +374 43 58 08 80 +374 10 58 08 80 +374 96 58 08 80
De entex Dental Group Dentistry Centre 62/150 Hanrapetutyan Str.
Oxygen Cocktaill
Halomed Salt Cave
21 Hrachya Qochar Str, N11 Polyclinic +374 10 26 70 60, +374 94 88 28 81
+374 10 54 68 20, +374 93 54 68 20
Ani Dent
37, N4-5 Gyulbengyan Str. +374 10 22 90 30, +374 91 99 42 11 May 2018
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PROUDLY MADE IN Shopping in Armenia can be fun especially when you have a great opportunity to purchase goods all made in Armenia. High quality, affordable prices and beyond are only some of the benefits our “home-made” products have. Armenian clothes, food, cosmetics and accessories can meet your shopping needs and fulfill your expectations as a shopaholic. The words can’t describe your shopping experience in Armenia, just give a try and enjoy!
Armenia Nairian Natural Skincare
26 Abovian Str.
Anahit Simonyan Fashion Boutique Atelier 18 Saryan Str.
Socks production and garment manufacturing 5 Mashtots Ave, Prospect Mall -1st floor
Hrachya Ohanyan Co. 34 Arshakunyats Ave, Yerevan Mall 48 Hanrapetutyan Str, Vernissage +374 93 23 32 99 Worldwide delivery
Nur Art Gallery Yerevan Exclusive artworks, paintings, sculptures and jewelry by Nur. 1 Amiryan Str, Marriott hotel
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Arcolad
Ararat: the legendary Armenian brandy
What makes Handmade artisan Arcolad unique is Belgian chocolate, considered to be the gourmet standard, and Armenian dried fruits, famous for their natural sweetness and juiciness.
2/4 Janibekyan Str, Pernod Ricard Armenia 28/1 Paronyan Str, Vino & Vino
Delicious ponchiks and sweets Armenian Coffee
Ponchiks (donuts): 54 Mesrop Mashtots Ave. Sweets: in all Grand Candy shops and supermarkets.
Everything at ARMAS is impressive Spend your time at Armas Estate, enjoying wine and Ararat view Nor Yedesia, Aragatsotn Province, 40 km North West from the city center, +374 11 77 37 74
Artsakh vodka
Armenian Tut (Mulberry) Vodka
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ARMENIANVELVET
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he protest called ''My Step'' was set off by Armenian political opposition leader Nikol Pashinyan on 31 March from the cultural capital of Armenia: Gyumri. From the very beginning there were few people next to the leader mainly journalists. The protests became intense from 13 April when the MP and ex-journalist Mr. Pashinyan reached the capital Yerevan. Tens of thousands people joined the protest having one thing in mind ''We must struggle for our better future peacefully and with love‌'' Authorities and not only didn't take the protests seriously thinking that after prime minister's elections the mass would split up. But they got wrong! The numbers were growing hour by hour, day by day. Can you imagine the 17-year-old school student skipping class to attend two weeks of rallies, because he wants access to a better education; the villagers in remote areas who feel that their voices are finally being heard; and the 12-year-old children blocking roads in an act of nationwide civil disobedience without any fear to be attacked. They demanded the ruling prime minister and Republican Party to resign. And under the pressure, especially when soldiers joined the rallies carried out by more than 200.000 people in the capital and hundreds of thousands in all around the country, the first who gave up was the Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan admitting "I was wrong". The second stage of the protests was even greater when protesters demanded the national Assembly to select their beloved candidate as a Prime Minister. Can you believe that even tourists joined tha mass disobedience? There were even cases when they blocked the streets as a way of protests together with the locals. One of the funniest moments was when Chinise tourists blocked Tumanyan street and chanted ''Nikol Prime Minister''. Our velvet rEVOLution was a kind of ''festival'' where everybody was happily dancing, singing, playing outside and chanting ''Nikol is my Prime Minister‌'' After unfair elections just a day later (02.05.18) the whole nation made the ruling party change its opinion and vote for our beloved candidate Pashinyan on 08.05.18. Our nation proved to the world that union and love can break even the strongest chains. We are powerful together walking hand in hand. The first ever revolution ended up 40 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
with no victims or attacks. We, though taking a tiny part on the world map, made the Velvet Revolution true. WE WO N. This hasn't just been a demonstration, this was a great energy of love and peace manifested by our lovely people. No attacks, no violence, no blood shed... just love and mutual respect have been the base of rallies. Even tourists joined the peaceful meetings on the streets witnessing historical turnrounds of Armenian Velvet Revolution. Love and respect are in the air pouring from each individual spreading throughout the country and beyond... On 08.05.18 the final elections took place and Pashinyan was elected as a Prime Minister. All people wore white T-shirts and shirts to show the pureness and love of their struggle and to celebrate the victory and election of the Prime Minister. As during all the previous days, this time as well tourists joined the national celebrations. All these events have proved one thing that Armenia is one of the safest countries in the world where even revolutions are turning into fun and joy!
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Official Information Of Armenia OFFICIAL NAME: Republic of Armenia CAPITAL: Yerevan OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: Armenian RELIGION: Christianity, Apostolic Church (the first country adopting Christianity as a state religion in 301 AD) FLAG: Horizontal tricolor/red, blue, orange AREA: 29, 800 sq. km, LOCATION: Southwestern Asia POPULATION: about 3.215.900
CLIMATE: Continental TIME ZONE: GMT + 4 hours NEIGHBORS: Georgia-in the North, Azerbaijan-in the East, Iran-in the South, Turkey-in the West ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISIONS: 11 regions (marz) INDEPENDENCE: 21 September 1991(from the USSR) CONSTITUTION: Adopted by nationwide referendum held on July 5,1995 CURRENCY UNIT: Armenian Dram (480 AMD ≈ 1 USD)
Official Information Of Nagorno Karabakh OFFICIAL NAME: The Republic of Artsakh CAPITAL: Stepanakert OFFICIAL LANGUAGE: Armenian RELIGION: Christianity, Apostolic Church FLAG: derived from the Armenian flag, with only a white pattern added. The white pattern symbolizes the current separation of Artsakh from Armenia proper and its aspiration for eventual union with the Motherland. AREA: 11,458 km2 LOCATION: Southwestern Asia
POPULATION: 150,932 CLIMATE: mild and temperate TIME ZONE: UTC+04:00 NEIGHBORS: Armenia to the west, Iran to the south, and the uncontested territory of Azerbaijan to the north and east ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISIONS: 7 regions (shrjan) INDEPENDENCE: though unrecognized, independence was declared on 2 September 1991 CONSTITUTION: the latest referendum was held on 20 February 2017, turning the government from a semipresidential to a fully presidential model CURRENCY UNIT: Armenian Dram (480 AMD ≈ 1 USD)
Visa Requirements Arrival to Armenia
Foreigners enter the territory of the Republic of Armenian through border control points. For entry, a foreigner must have a valid passport, entry visa or a document of residency status unless Armenian laws or international agreements define no other procedure. Minor foreigners may enter Armenia accompanied by parents, a parent or any other legal representative or if one arrives at his parents, a parent, other legal representative or a receiving organization. Holders of all types of passports from 56 countries are not required to obtain a visa for entry to Armenia for 180 day period within any year period (look at p. 42).
Must-Know Tips About Armenia Tap water is drinkable, also drinking fountains (pulpulak) can be found in the streets. Driving rules are similar to international ones. Smoking is allowed in public places. Throwing or leaving litter in public places is forbidden. Use trash cans. World class opera/ballet costs nearly 6 USD. The Dram is the Armenian national currency. Paper notes are issued in denominations of, 1.000, 5.000, 10.000, 20.000 and 100.000-dram banknotes and 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 coins. Foreign bank notes can be exchanged at local banks and exchange counters. Armenia is the country of Cognac and the World’s oldest winery. The motherland of worldwide known artists and celebs: Charles Aznavour, Kirk Kerkorian, Aram Khachaturyan, Ivan Aivazovski, William Saroyan, Serj Tankian, Kim Kardashyan, Cher, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Atom Egoyan, etc.
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Embassies ARGENTINA 32 Sayat Nova Ave., Tel.: 57 64 52 BELARUS Kotayk, Arinj, 9 M.Baghramyan, Tel.: 61 00 23 BRAZIL 1 Northern Ave., Tel.: (011) 50 02 10 BULGARIA Nor Aresh, 16 Sofia Str., Tel.: 45 82 33 CHINA 12 M. Baghramyan Ave, Tel.: 56 00 67 EGYPT 6a Sepuh Str. , Tel.: 22 67 55, 22 01 17 FRANCE 8 Grigor Lusavorch Str., Tel.: (060) 65 19 50 GEORGIA 2/10 Babayan Str., Tel.: 20 07 38, 20 07 42 GERMANY 29 Charents Str., Tel.: 52 32 79, 52 45 81 GREECE 6 Demirchian Str., Tel.: (011) 53 10 51 INDIA 50/2 Dzorap Str., Tel.: 53 91 74, 53 91 75 IRAN 1 Budaghyan Str., Tel.: 23 49 83 ITALY 5 Italiai Str., Tel.: 54 23 35, 54 23 36
JAPAN 23/4 Babayan str., (060) 52 10 30 KAZAKHSTAN 153 A. Armenakyan Str., Tel.: 58 51 19 KUWAIT 2 Babayan, Str., Tel.: (060) 50 80 50, (060) 50 85 58 LEBANON 13/14 Dzoragyugh, Str., Tel.: 50 13 02 POLAND 44a Hanrapetutyan Str., Tel.: 54 24 91 ROMANIA 15 Barbussi Str., Tel.: 27 53 32 RUSSIA 13a Grigor Lusavorch Str., Tel.: 56 74 27, 54 52 18 SYRIA 14 M. Baghramyan Ave., Tel.: 52 90 23, 52 40 36 SWITZERLAND 2/1 Melik Adamyan Str. Tel.: 52 98 60, 52 40 88 UKRAINE 29 Arabkir Str., House 5/1, Tel.: 22 97 27, 22 65 47 UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 2/2 Babayan Str., Tel.: (011) 77 77 72 UNITED KINGDOM 34 M. Baghramyan Ave., Tel.: 26 43 01 USA 1 Amerikyan Str., Tel.: 46 47 00, 49 42 00
Consulates AUSTRIA 29 Sayat Nova Ave., Tel.: 060 37 99 99 CANADA 17 Buzand Str., Tel.: 56 79 90 CROATIA 6 Deghatan Str., Tel.: 52 99 88 CYPRUS 1 Northern Ave., Tel.: 58 63 31 ESTONIA 43 Gyulpenkian Str., Tel.: 26 39 73, 22 01 38 FINLAND (HONORARY CONSULATE) 6 Tamanyan Str., Tel.: (091) 40 16 23 DENMARK 8/1 Vagharshian Str., Tel.: 26 09 64/208 INDONESIA 37/147 Israyelian Str., Tel.: 52 88 25, 56 56 69 IRELAND 18/1 Vardanants Str., Tel.: 52 63 30, 52 63 31 KOREA 13a Sepuh Str., Tel.: (091) 40 31 91 LITHUANIA 22 Gh. Parpetsi Str., Tel.: 53 32 65 MALTA 33-4 Pushkin Str., Tel.: 51 81 71, 53 41 71
NAGORNO KARABAKH 17a Nairi Zaryan Str., Tel.: 24 97 05 NORWAY 6 Tamanyan Str., Tel.: (077) 47 33 35 PHILIPPINES 25 Charents Str., Tel.: 55 26 14 PORTUGAL 9 Nalbandyan Str., Tel.: (060) 53 52 51 SAN MARINO 56/2 G. Nzhdeh Str., Tel.: 49 33 22 SERBIA 75/28 Nar-Dos Str., Tel.: (093) 92 96 51 SLOVAKIA 26/1 V. Sargsyan Str., Tel.: 53 25 53 SLOVENIA 22/14 Parpetsi Str., Tel.: 53 87 96, 53 32 65 SPAIN (HONORARY CONSULATE) 47/1 Khanjyan Str., Tel.: 53 75 86 SRI LANKA 3a Arshakunyats Ave., Tel.: 54 65 49 THAILAND 4/1 M. Baghramyan Ave., Tel.: 56 04 10, 54 23 31 URUGUAY 7/5 Alek Manukyan Str., Tel.: 55 94 49
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Fire..................................................................................................101 Police..............................................................................................102 Emergency Service...................................................................103 Electricity.....................................................................................180 Water..............................................................................................185 Yerevangas Emergency Service...........................................104 Calls within Armenia................................................................107 Yerevan Crisis Management Center..................................108 Yerevan Municipality Crisis Center..............(010) 51 41 52 Tourism Unit of Yerevan Municipality.........(010) 51 42 30 Airport Information..................................................................187 Railroad Information...............................................................184 Telephone Directory Information......................................109 Spyur Info. Center...............................(060) 519999, 519999 Armenia Info. Center.............................................................8778 Info-Service Center.................................................09000 0909 Notarius (H. Harutunyan)................................(010) 52 82 11 AM Law Firm.........................................................(010) 51 91 10 Accounting Services...........................................(010) 27 65 15
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HOTELS • HOSTELS • B&B ARMENIA MARRIOT HOTEL 2/1 Amiryan Str. +374 10 59 90 00 CAUCASUS HOTEL Ashtarak Highway +374 60 50 11 77 DOUBLETREE BY HILTON YEREVAN CITY CENTRE 4/2 Grigor Lusavorich Str. 374 11 55 53 33 GRAND HOTEL YEREVAN 14 Abovyan Str. +374 10 59 16 00 MULTI GRAND Yerevan-Sevan motorway +374 10 61 00 55 RADISSON BLU 2/2 Azatutyan Ave. +374 10 21 99 00 ANI PLAZA 19 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 10 58 97 00 ARARAT HOTEL 7 G. Lusavorich Str. +374 60 51 10 00 ARMENIA ROYAL PALACE 17/1 4th Str., Silikyan dist. +374 10 59 90 00 AVIATRANS HOTEL 4 Abovyan Str. +374 10 56 72 28
EUROPE HOTEL 38 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 10 54 60 60
PANORAMA RESORT 24/3 G. Hovsepyan Str. +374 60 27 57 37
EREBUNI HOTEL 26/1 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 58 05 05
PARIS HOTEL 4/6 Amiryan Str. +374 60 60 00 60
IMPERIAL PALACE HOTEL 23 Koryun Str. +374 10 58 80 40
REPUBLICA HOTEL 7/1 Amiryan Str. +374 11 99 00 00
HYATT PLACE YEREVAN 26/1 Sargsyan Str. +374 11 22 12 34 MESSIER 53 15/4 Vardanants Str. +374 11 53 00 53 METROPOL HOTEL 2/2 Mashtos Ave. +374 10 51 07 00 MINOTEL 8 Mher Mkrtchyan Str. +374 10 567 567 MY HOTEL 47/1 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 60 07 08 NAIRI HOTEL 121/7 Armenakyan Str. + 374 10 65 21 21 NATIONAL HOTEL 4/3 Amiryan Str. +374 10 54 70 02 NORTH AVENUE 10/1 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 50 55
BASS HOTEL BOUTIQUE 3/1 Aygedzor Str. +374 10 22 13 53
NORK RESIDENCE 56/1 Moldovakan Str. +374 10 67 00 51
CONGRESS HOTEL 1 Italy Str. +374 10 59 11 99
OPERA SUITE HOTEL Baghramyan 1st lane 1-3 +374 10 56 60 10 4 TOURINFO TO RIN TOURIN TOU RINFO N FO F O MAG M MAGAZI MAGAZINE AZINE AZ AZI NE E 48
SHIRAK HOTEL 13a Khorenatsi Str. +374 10 52 99 15 TUFENKIAN HOTEL 48 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 60 50 10 10 CROSS RESORT 50-1 Ashtarak Highway +374 94 77 70 77 14th FLOOR HOTEL 4/6 Amiryan Str. +374 10 54 86 35 FAMILY HOTEL 49/1 Byuzand Str. +374 10 56 90 28 IBIS 5/1 Northern Ave. +374 10 59 59 59 OLYMPIA 64 Barbyusse Str. +374 10 27 18 50
Hostels
BEST HOSTEL 26 V. Sargsyan Str. +374 10 54 67 67 DOMINO HOSTEL 31 Nalbandyan Str. +374 11 28 52 68 ENVOY HOSTEL 54 Pushkin Str. +374 10 53 03 69
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Armenian Cuisine AFRIKYANS’ TAVERN 39 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 10 55 32 20 ANOUSH 7/1 Amiryan Str. +374 11 99 00 00 ARARAT 2 Government bld. Republic Sqr. +374 10 52 79 33 ARARAT HALL 30 Koghbatsi Str. Tel: (+374 10) 53 67 98 ARMAT 50/2 Koghbaci str. +374 91 501919 AYAS KILIKIA 78 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 10 54 88 08 BELLAGIO 2M Myasnikyan ik A Ave. +374 10 55 12 12 CAUCASUS COMPLEX Ashtarak highway +374 99 919 919 CAUCASUS TAVERN 82 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 99 56 11 77 +374 98 56 11 77 CHAMAN 13/1 Leo Str. +374 10 53 92 68 CHARENTS 28 28 Charents Str. +374 10 57 29 45 DALAN 12 12 Abovyan Str. +374 99 58 06 58 DOLMAMA 10 Pushkin Str. +374 10 56 13 54
Restaurants
FLORENCE 64/2 Barbyus Str. +374 10 32 02 11
TSIRANI GARDEN 3 Babajanyan Str. N1 Arinj +374 55 85 09 50
HAVANA COMPLEX Tsitsernakaberd Park +374 10 38 06 06
YEREVAN TAVERN 5 Amiryan Str. +374 10 54 55 45
HIGH REST 21/1 Tumanyan Str. +374 11 21 21 11
VOSTAN 8 Abovyan Str. +374 11 48 00 00
KUJ 16 Komitas Ave. +374 10 27 44 41
Chinese hinese & Japanese Cuisin Cuisine BEIJING 33 Sayat-Nova +374 10 54 53 42
LAVASH 21 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 60 88 00
DRAGON GARDEN 31 Mashtots Ave. +374 60 75 75 88
MER GYUGH 32 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 54 87 00
SAKURADA 23/20 Nalbandyan St. +374 10 56 08 05
OLD ZANGEZUR 3 Mashtots Ave. +374 95 20 88 20
SAMURAI SUSHI 2 Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 58 56 70
PARVANA Hrazdan Gorge +374 10 54 60 01
SUSHI KUSHI 16 Tumanyan Str. +374 11 33 00 20
PHARAON H-5, Yerevan-Abovyan +374 10 20 15 81
SUSHI TORIA 1 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 60 48 00 48
SALON 8 Abovyan Str. +374 11 44 33 33
TAO 10 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 54 09 99
SHEREP 1 Amiryan Str. +374 10 600 880
WASABI 1/3 Abovyan Str. +374 10 56 54 22
THE PARK 28 Isahakyan Str. +374 98 17 17 17
Persian Cuisine ARYA 1/17 Tamanyan Str. +374 10 56 80 13
TOSPIA 30/3 Tumanyan Str. +374 91 66 00 07
NIMA 3/36 Tigran Mets Ave. +374 41 03 88 85
TSIRANI 5 Northern Ave. +374 11 85 09 50
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SHIRVAN 32 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 58 25 65
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Restaurants TEA HOUSES • FAST FOOD
American & Mexican Cuisines CACTUS 42 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 53 99 39 Haldi.Co 22 Demirchyan Str. +374 96 18 60 01 SQUARE ONE SQU O 1/3 Abovyan Str. +374 10 56 61 69 Georgian Cuisine CAUCASUS TAVERN 82 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 99 56 11 77 +374 98 56 11 77 GENATSVALE 7 Kievyan Str. +374 10 27 79 99
MIMINO 7a Aleq Manukyan Str. +374 10 57 88 85 SULIKO 37 Nalbandyan Str Str. +374 10 58 02 86 Eastern Cuisine ABU HAGOP 6 Yervand Kochar Str. +374 95 28 65 85 ANTEB 30 Y. Koghbatsi Str. +374 10 53 09 88 EASTERN CUISINE 16 Komitas Ave. +374 10 27 16 20 LAGONID 37 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 58 08 04 LIBAN 23 Sayat-Nova Str. +374 99 66 07 00 LEBANON 3 Tamanyan Str. +374 10 60 00 80
European Cuisine AI LEONI 40 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 53 08 92
BAZAAR 10/1 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 50 25 CASCADE ROYAL 192 Antarain Str. +374 374 11 44 01 44
TERRAZZA 28 Isahakyan Str. +374 10 56 31 10
THE CLUB 40 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 53 13 61 THE WINE HOUSE 7/3 Abovyan Str. +374 41 00 00 66
CHARLES 3 Tamanyan Str. +374 10 54 26 21
Fast Food & Pizzeria ARTASHI MOT 31 Moskovyan Str. +374 10 50 12 22
COSI E LA VITA 2a/19 Tamanyan Str. +374 12 21 00 21
BLACK ANGUS 39 Mashtots Ave. +374 96 50 80 40
CRUMBS 37 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 54 64 24 FISH HOUSE 1/5 Northern Ave. +374 374 11 70 70 80 HANS & FRANZ 8 Saryan Str. +374 95 88 88 05 MAMOOR 14/6 Abovyan Str. +374 10 54 84 84 MONTMARTRE 4/6, Amiryan Str. +374 95 55 45 02 MORA 4/2 Grigor Lusavorich str. +374 11 55 53 47 NAVAVAR 42/1 Aram Str. +374 41 01 39 01 PATIO 5 Northern Ave. +374 60 51 35 17 PROVENCE 5 Northern Ave. +374 10 70 30 77 52 TOURINFO MAGAZINE
BURGER KING 5, Northern Ave. +374 10 53 25 53 GUSTO 11 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 11 21 KARAS 20 Mashtots Ave Ave. +374 10 32 55 55 KFC 1 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 15 07 MR. GYROS 40 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 50 22 33 PIZZA HUT 1 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 15 03 TASHIR PIZZA 27 Komitas Str. +374 10 51 11 11 TUMANYAN MANYAN SHAURM SHAURMA 32 Tumanyan Str Str. +374 10 54 99 44 Indian Cuisine KARMA 65 Teryan Str. +374 10 58 92 15
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Cafes CLUBS • BARS • PUBS
Cafes ARAGAST 41 Isahakyan Str. +374 10 54 22 54 ART BRIDGE 20 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 12 84 AVENUE 5 Northern Ave. +374 10 70 20 77 BLACK BERRY 3 Abovyan Str. +374 91 03 38 38
CARAHUNGE 64 Sos Sargsyan Str., Stepanavan +374 99 32 43 00 25 Kalinini Str., Dilijan +374 43 22 00 03 COFFEESHOP COMPANY 4/5 Amiryan Str. 2 Hin Yerevantsi Str. +374 11 26 33 33 COFFEE STORY 98/9 Nalbandyan Str. +374 11 44 00 00 EL GARDEN 8 Tsitsernakaberd Park Tel: (+ 374 41) 49 00 00
PAPARAZZI CAFE 3 Abovyan Str. +374 77 88 98 89
MEZZO JAZZ CLUB 28 Isahakyan Str. +374 10 52 42 11
PEACOCK 10 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 02 08
MR. HOOKAH 15a Amiryan Str. +374 77 69 26 67
SHOKOLADNICA Freedom Square, Yerevan +374 99 30 08 78
PAHEST 33 29/4 Moskovyan Str. +374 44 99 99 59
TIZIANO 10/10 Northern Ave. +374 94 80 80 96
PAPARAZZI CLUB 3 Abovyan Str. +374 55 44 41 44
Children’s Cafe AMERICANO 55/1 Teryan Str. +374 10 58 33 99
SAF CLUB 33 Leningradyan Str. +374 41 22 11 11
ANGELICA 27 Komitas Ave. +374 10 32 21 21
THE CLUB 40 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 53 13 61
CHAO BAMBINO 5/3 Myasnikyan Ave. +374 10 55 00 99
YANS CLUB 74 Teryan Str. +374 10 700 000
CHUNGA CHANGA 1/1 Kievyan Str. +374 10 22 44 41
Pubs BEEREVAN 26 Abovyan Str. +374 11 50 51 01
KING GARDEN 40 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 60 50 09 09
JAZZVE 35/30 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 53 20 48
Clubs/Bars DARGETT 72 Aram Str. +374 96 87 08 70
JOSE 20 Khanjyan Str. +374 10 54 00 20
DOWNTOWN 2/9 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 41 43 34 22
LA PIAZZIA 5 Northern Ave. +374 11 54 05 05
EL SKY BAR 9 G. Lusavorich Str. +374 41 49 49 49
LOUIS CHARDEN 11/19 Amiryan Str. +374 10 50 54 44
INVINO WINE BAR 6 Saryan Str. +374 10 52 19 31
MEGHEDI Freedom Square, Yerevan +374 77 77 85 58
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CALUMET 56 Pushkin Str. +374 94 35 92 29 JEAN-PAUL 42/1 Aram Str. +374 41 01 38 01 LABEERINT 8 Amiryan Str. +374 10 54 75 85 33a Moskovyan Str. +374 10 50 20 25 URBAN 5a Mashtots Ave. +374 10 53 61 61 PAULANER 19 Teryan Str. +374 60 51 38 00
Shopping Spots Men’s Clothing Shoes & Accessories ARMOS Armenian designer’s shoes 5 Northern Ave. +374 60 44 14 11
Women’s Clothing Shoes & Accessories BETTY BARCLAY Clothing & accessories 65 Teryan Str. +374 10 58 17 42
AVAVA 5 Mashtots Str. Prospect Mall 2nd floor +374 99 00 82 00
BURBERRY Elite clothing boutique 5 Northern Ave. +374 60 44 01 74
CANALI Clothing & accessories 9 Abovyan Str. +374 10 56 22 30
ESCADA Clothing 39 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 54 55 85
CELIO Clothing 24 Tumanyan Str. Tel: (+374 10) 54 50 07
ETAM Underwear collection 26 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 31 11
CORNELIANI Clothing, footwear & accessories 3 Northern Ave. +374 10 702 702
KIVERA NAYNOMIS Elite Armenian designer 8 Teryan Str. +374 10 56 70 77
DIANA Clothing & accessoreis 39 Komitas Ave. +374 10 23 00 78
MANGO Clothing & accessories 21 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 00 11
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA Clothing, footwear & accessories 9 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 53 00 04
MAXMARA Clothing & accessories 41 Mashtots Str. +374 10 54 59 57
MASSIMO DUTTI Clothing & accessories 18 Northern Ave. 374 60 54 00 22
Children’s Clothing Shoes, Accessories & Toys COOL CLUB 4/12 M. Babajanyan Str. +374 60 37 77 13
STEFANO RICCI Clothing, footwear & accessories 3 Northern Ave. +374 10 702 702 ZILLI Clothing & accessories 58 Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 20 20 50
MOTHER CARE 51/53 Hanrapetutyan Str. 374 10 54 67 05 MEGA TOYS 40/1 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 11 500 600
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MRCHIKOOBY 1 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 54 77 20 OKAID 22 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 55 79 PRENATAL 20/1 Mashtots Ave. +374 11 70 11 72 PRINCE PRINCESS 25 Koryun Str. +374 10 58 33 38 Women’s, Men’s, Women’ Men Children’s Clothing, Shoes & Accessories ADIDAS Women’s, men’s, children’s sportswear & accessories 3 Arami Str. +374 10 54 47 07 ALDO Women’s, men’s shoes 26 Abovyan Str. +374 10 52 17 77 BALDI 18 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 53 74 91 CHUST SHOES 270/1 Arshakunyats Str. +374 60 611 000 CLARKS Shoes & bags shop 8/2 Northern Ave. +374 10 50 24 54 DEBENHAMS 66 Teryan Str. +374 10 52 70 78 EDELWEISS Clothing & accessories 54/1 Teryan Str. +374 10 58 93 49 EMPORIO ARMANI Clothing & accessories 12 Northern Ave. +374 10 52 99 08
Shopping Spots ERMANNO SCERVINO Women’s & children’s clothing 3 Northern Ave. 374 10 702 702
SALI Women’s, men’s clothing & accessories 5 North Avenue +374 11 51 11 66
GAP Women’s, men’s clothing 3 Tsitsernakaberd Highway +374 60 46 11 11
ZARA 3 Tsitsernakaberd Highway +374 10 50 09 90
GEOX 6/15 Northern Ave. Ave +374 10 53 22 34 GIORDANO Women’s, men’s clothing & accessories 3 Tsitsernakaberd Highway +374 10 52 08 01 LACOSTE 110 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 58 05 99 LA GALLERIA Luxury Boutiques Corner 3 Northern Ave. +374 10 702 702 MARKS & SPENCER Women’s, men’s, children’ children’s clothing & accessories 3 Tsitsernakaberd Highway +374 60 46 11 11 MEGA SPORT Women’s, men’s, children’ children’s sportswear & accessories 40/1 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 11 51 98 98 MEXX Women’s, men’s & children children’s clothing & accessories 26 Abovyan Str. +374 10 54 46 23 NEXT Women’s, men’s and children’s clothing & accessories. 13 Amiryan Str. +374 10 53 89 99
Jewelry, Watches, Optics AWI 14/4 Abovyan Str. Str +374 10 54 08 82 ARTYOMS 24 Khorenatsi Str. +374 93 00 99 99 CHRONOGRAPH Luxury jewelry and watch 5 Northern Ave. +374 10 500 400 EIFFEL Swiss watches 26 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 52 50 15 KARGIN OPTICS Optical Salon 41/1 Khanjyan Str. +374 10 56 06 44 MERCURY 50 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 586 000 MP WOOD 3 Abovyan Str. 34 Arshakunyats Ave. Yerevan Mall +374 96 838 000 TIME 21 Tumanyan Str. +374 11 50 04 02 HAY OPTIC 1 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 52 11 42
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BERLIN OPTIC 31 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 36 20 00 DE LAUR 39/12 Mashtots Ave. +374 11 99 55 77 Malls DALMA GARDEN MALL 3 Tsitsernakaberd highway +374 60 46 11 11 METRONOME 22/10 Isahakyan Str. +374 10 54 00 31 PROSPEKT MALL 5 Mashtots Ave. +374 11 99 90 22 RIO MALL 8 Papazyan Str. +374 96 00 41 03 ROSSIA MALL 5 Mashtots Ave. +374 11 99 90 22 TASHIR STREET 6/2 Norther Ave. +374 96 00 41 03 YEREVAN MALL 34/3 Arshakunyats Ave.. +374 11 88 88 88 Supermarkets SAS 85 M. Baghramyan Ave e. + 374 10 53 88 88 PARMA 79 Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 27 27 99 YEREVAN CITY 60/2 Komitas Ave. + 374 10 20 16 05
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Georgia is one of the most beautiful and ancient countries in the world with its untouchable nature, history, mountains and architecture. This small country is a real paradise for all kind of travelers during the whole year. Let Tbilisi, Georgia’s ancient and vibrant capital which regardless its small size has a lot to offers. Backpackers can navigate easily on a budget and one of best hostel is Pushkini10–BEST LOW BUDGET ACCOMMODATION and for travelers looking for comfort as well as culture, city offers many cozy and beautiful high-end options. There are three hotels we recommend: Iveria Inn–BEST STANDARD ACCOMMODATION; Radisson Blu Iveria Tbilisi–BEST DELUXE ACCOMMODATION and Member of Accor Group Mercure Tbilisi Old Town–BEST HOTEL OF INTERNATIONAL CHAIN IN GEORGIA. Georgian cuisine and winemaking is an integral part of the Georgian cultural heritage. And here are places where you truly can feel taste of worldwide famous cuisine and wine: Restaurants of Tsiskvili Group–BEST GEORGIAN TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT; Sirajkhana– CONCEPT RESTAURAN; Chateau Mukhrani–BEST WINE TOURISM. One of the key reasons for tourism is the country’s location, from one side surrounded by the Caucasus Mountains and from another side with the black sea. For mountain lovers highly recommend to visit–Gudauri, which is a prominent skiing destination around the world, and where you can stay in the unique design hotel Quadrum–BEST MOUNTAIN ACCOMMODATION. If you are an adventure traveler and love camping tours, the Tourist Complex ZETA–BEST ADVENTURE TOURISM, offers you mountain tourism on the high of 2300 meters above sea level. And for sea lovers in the pearl of black sea first internationally branded hotel Sheraton Batumi–BEST SEA ACCOMMODATION is waiting for you. Likewise Georgia has its City of Love – Sighnaghi which is beloved by visitors. In the historical center of town Boutique Hotel Kabadoni–BEST BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION is located. Georgia is also well known for its artesian natural springs and its spa-resort Borjomi. In the best place of town Borjomi Likani–BEST WELLNESS & SPA RESORT located. In the west side of country is Georgia’s legislative capital, with the unmatchable UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Bagrati Cathedral and Gelati Monastery, make Kutaisi a top destination. And in the down town Best Western Kutaisi–FASTEST GROWING COMPANY OF THE YEAR IN THE SME SEGMENT is waiting. Except cultural and historical treasures, Georgia is a country of two incredible festivals. One is heaven for electronic and rock music lovers called Tbilisi Open Airr (22-24June) and the second is the biggest and quite renowned international photo festival–Kolga Tbilisi Photo (4-11May). To make sure that Georgia is indeed the place to plan your next visit to, you can look through Giorgi Lipartneian’s photos–BEST TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER. And if you are seeking for more and our recommendation article prepared by the Welcome to Georgia! National Tourism Awards Project is not enough; you can be guided with the help of an essential travel guide magazine WHERE.ge–BEST MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF TOURISM DESTINATION. The Republic of Georgia is utterly charming and highly recommended destination where beyond the mountains wonderfully welcoming and hospitable people will meet you.
Services
ENTERTAINMENT Night Clubs/Discos CALIFORNIA Isakov Ave. +374 77 78 77 79 CHARLOTTE 25 M. Baghramyan Ave. + 374 10 27 70 19 CRAZY 13 Vardanants Str. + 374 77 55 34 37 OMEGA 59 Teryan Str. + 374 10 58 25 49 Casinos ROYALE + 374 55 29 41 45 SHANGRI LA + 374 10 62 57 99 Karaoke Clubs ALIBI 11 Mashtots Ave. + 374 11 55 56 57 ARAME 2/1 Heratsi Str. + 374 60 44 07 44 Cinemas CINEMA STAR 3 Tsitsernakaberd Highway +374 60 75 55 55 KINO PARK 34/3 Arshakunyats Ave. + 374 11 88 88 88 MOSCOW CINEMA 18 Abovyan Str. + 374 10 52 12 10 NAIRI 50 Mashtots Str. +374 10 54 28 29 Taxi Apps gg Utaxi Yandex.Taxi
Car/Bus Rentals AR-TOUR RENT + 374 10 56 63 59 BUS VOYAGE + 374 10 54 10 05 CARAVAN + 374 10 52 92 92 ELITE BUS + 374 10 58 90 00
RentCarArmenia.am + 374 10 54 72 72 SIXT + 374 10 61 55 99
TNT EXPRESS WORLDWIDE 144/1 Khorenatsi Str. + 374 10 54 55 25
Golf/Shooting Clubs/ Horse Riding ARARAT VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB 42 Gevorg Chaush Str. + 374 10 39 40 85 HAYRAPETYAN HORSE RIDING 39 Shiraki Str. + 374 10 46 55 55
Real Estate CASCADE HILLS 160/5 Antarain Str. + 374 60 37 77 57
Sport Complex & Swimming Pool CROSS 50-1 Ashtarak Highway + 374 94 77 70 77
PIAZZA GRANDE 10 V. Sargsyan Str. + 374 91 01 15 10
GRAND SPORT 61 Arshakunyats Ave. + 374 10 44 77 66
VAHAGNI COMMUNITY 50 Gevorg Chaush Str. + 374 10 39 01 02
GOLD’S GYM 40/1 Komitas Ave. + 374 10 32 20 10
VIVA REALTY 8/6 Y. Kochar Str. + 374 10 54 68 98
MULTI WELLNESS 11 Alek-Manukyan Str. + 374 11 880 880
Post Offices & Transport DHL WORLDWIDE EXPRESS 27 Amiryan Str. + 374 10 58 66 88
PLAY CITY 35 Acharyan Str. + 374 10 62 09 99
FEDERAL EXPRESS 40 Mashtots Ave. + 374 10 53 00 29
REEBOK 5 Pirumyanner Str. + 374 10 36 36 36
LEO TRANS 30 Baghramyan Ave. + 374 10 22 90 18
Spas & Beauty Salon GOLD’S SPA 40/1 Komitas Ave. + 374 10 20 83 60
MEGATRANS 5 Tigran Mets Ave. + 374 60 48 25 74
THAI HOME 2 Paronyan Str. + 374 10 53 27 60
STATE HAY POST 22 Saryan Str. + 374 10 514 514
ZARA BEAUTY SALON 7-12 Paronyan Str. +374 10 50 52 50
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Airlines TRAVEL AGENCIES • BANKS
Ai li Airlines AEROFLOT-RUSSIAN 12 Amiryan Str. +374 10 52 24 35
AIR ARABIA 68 M. Baghramyan Ave. +374 60 65 66 66 AIR FRANCE/KLM 9 Alek Manoukyan Str. +374 60 61 22 77 ARMENIA AIRCOMPANY 10 V. Sargsyan +374 11 74 77 77 AUSTRIAN AIRLINES 9 Alek Manoukyan Str. +374 10 51 22 01 AVIA-GIT 1 Zakyan Str. +374 10 52 15 46 CZECH AIRLINES 2 Baghramyan Str. +374 10 56 40 99 FLYDUBAI 7 Khorenatsi Str. +374 10 53 67 74 IRAN ASEMAN AIRLINES 19 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 52 44 02 POLISH AIRLINES 7 Argishti Str. +374 10 51 02 86
ARMANE TOUR 70/8 Charents Str. +374 60 51 90 40
ARMENIA HOLIDAYS 7 Abovyan Str. +374 10 58 22 92 BEAUMONDE TRAVEL 1 Amiryan Str. +374 10 59 99 95 FUN TOUR 24/24 Mashtots Ave. +374 10 50 29 09 HAKOBIAN TRAVEL 60 M. Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 27 19 44 JOPMANE TRAVEL LLC 40 Charents Str. +374 12 78 02 11 LEVON TRAVEL 10 Sayat-Nova Ave. +374 10 52 52 10 MARI TOUR Antarayin 126/6 Str. +374 11 53 00 36 Regard travel 23/2 Yervand Kochar Str. +374 60 53 00 71 Rest Tour Rich Plaza 208 room +374 11 53 00 11
S7 AIRLINES 34 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 54 41 10
SMART TRAVEL 2 Arshakunyats Ave. +374 10 58 28 48
URAL AIRLINES 10/3 Saryan Str. +374 10 52 88 61
TATEV T.T.T. 19 Nalbandyan Str. + 374 10 52 44 01
QATAR AIRWAYS 2 M. Baghramyan Ave. +374 10 56 36 24
YERANI TRAVEL 2/80 Baghramyan Ave. +374 43 88 44 55
Travel Agencies ANI TOUR 68a Teryan Str. +374 60 27 03 70
HYUR SERVICE 96 Nalbandyan Str. +374 10 54 60 40
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B k Banks ACBA-CREDIT AGRICOLE 1 Bayron Str. +374 10 56 85 85 AMERIA BANK 9 Gr. Lusavorich Str. +374 10 56 11 11 ANELIK BANK 13 Vardanants Str. +374 10 59 33 33 ARARAT BANK 19 Pushkin Str. +374 10 54 63 63 ARDSHININVESTBANK 13 Gr. Lusavorich Str. +374 10 59 04 04 BYBLOS 18/3 Amiryan Str. +374 10 53 03 62 CENTRAL BANK OF RA 6 V. Sargsyan Str. +374 10 56 37 61 CONVERSE BANK 26/1 V. Sargsyan Str. + 374 10 51 12 11 EVOCABANK 44/2 Hanrapetutyan Str. +374 10 60 55 55 HSBC 66 Teryan Str. +374 10 51 50 00 PROCREDIT 105/1 Teryan Str. +374 10 51 48 60 INECOBANK 17 Tumanyan Str. +374 10 51 05 10 UNIBANK 12 Charents Str. +374 10 59 55 55 VTB BANK 46 Nalbandyan Str. +374 374 10 87 87
MUSEUMS
Art Galleries
Matenadaran
Established in 1959, Matenadaran is one of the world’s ancientand richest depositories of medieval manuscripts and books, and was inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme Register in 1997 in recognition of its world significance. Add.: 53 Mashtots Ave., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 56 25 78 www.matenadaran.am
Cafesjian Museum for the Art
Erebuni Fortress Museum Erebuni Museum of History of Foundation of Yerevan was established in 1968. The opening of the museum was timed to coincide with the 2750th anniversary of Yerevan. The Museum stands at the foot of the Arin Berd hill, on top of which the Urartian Fortress Erebuni has stood since 782 BC. Add.: 38 Erebuni Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 45 82 07 www.erebuni.am
The Cafesjian Center of Arts is an art museum situated in the heart of Yerevan in and around the Cascade. At the core of the museum’s permanent collection is the Gerard L. Cafesjian Collection of Art. Add.: Cascade Complex, Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 54 19 32 E-mail: info@cmf.am www.cmf.am Komitas Museum-Institute The institute is an art and biographical museum in Yerevan, Armenia, devoted to the renowned Armenian musicologist and composer Komitas. Add.: 28 Arshakunyats Ave., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 11) 57 05 70
History Museum of Yerevan
Museum of Ervand Kochar
Museum, founded in 1931, introduces Yerevan history of thousands of years dating back to the rise of the oldest civilization in the world. Add.: 1/1 Argishti Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 56 81 85 (+374 10) 56 81 09 www.yhm.am
The museum presents the works of the active reformer of modern art. Add.: 39/12 Mashtots Ave., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 52 93 26 www.kochar.am
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House-Museum of Minas Avetisyan The museum stock contains 20 paintings by the famous artist, 7 of which are in oil (including “Woman with Chandelier”) and the rest are drawings. Add.: 29 Nalbandyan Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 56 07 87 Memorial-Museum of Martiros Saryan The museum, functioning since 1967, houses a collection of 160 canvases of Saryan, each painting a passionate declaration of love for his native Armenia. Add.: 3 Saryan Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 58 17 62 www.saryan.am Russian Art Museum Russian Art Museum is founded in 1980 on the collection of professor A. Abrahamyan. The museum collection consists of paintings, graphics, as well as decorative and applied art pieces. Add.: 38 Isahakyan Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 56 03 31 www.musrussart.am
Art Galleries Yerevan ALBERT AND TOVE BOYAJIAN 36 Isahakyan Str. (+374 10) 56 18 55 ANTIKYAN GALLERY 33/21 Pushkin Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 53 88 20 ARAME 13 Amiryan Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 53 92 65 AREV 19 Teryan Str., area 32 Tel.: (+374 11) 32 00 35 ARTISTS’ UNION OF ARMENIA 16 Abovyan Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 56 48 53 CHILDREN’S ART GALLERY 13 Abovyan Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 52 09 51 DALAN ART GALLERY 12 Abovyan Str. Tel: (+374 99) 55 33 07
Hovhannes Tumanyan Museum The museum functions since 1953. In 1969, on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of the great writer, a new two-story building was added to house materials related to Tumanyan’s life and work. Add.: 40 Moskovyan Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 56 00 21, 58 12 71 www.toumanian.am Mother Armenia Military Museum It was established in 1970 as the History Museum of World War II with the Statue of Mother Armenia symbolising Peace through strength. Add.: 2 Azatutyan Ave., Victory Park, Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 20 14 00 Modern Art Museum Modern Art Museum was established in 1972 by the art critic Henrik Igitian. It is the first specialized museum of modern art in the whole “camp” of Socialist Countries. Add.: 7 Mashtots Ave., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 53 55 67, 53 53 59
GALA 12 Bayron Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 54 88 38 HI-ARTONLINE 16 Abovyan Str. Tel.: (+374 60) 52 72 99 NAREGATSI ART INSTITUTE 16/1 Vardanants Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 58 01 05 NATIONAL GALLERY OF ARMENIA 1 Aram Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 56 74 72 NERSES MELIKYAN ACADEMY 24 Baghramyan Ave. Tel.: (+374 10) 52 70 40 NPAK GALLERY 1/3 P. Buzand Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 56 82 25 VALMAR 53-55 P. Buzand Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 58 07 69
Museum of Sergei Parajanov The exposition of the museum shows Parajanov’s aesthetic principles brought to perfection in movies. Add.: 15/16 Dzoragyugh Str.,Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 53 84 73 www.parajanov.com House-Museum of Aram Khachaturian Over 18.000 valuable exhibits are kept in the home-museum, which are the personal belongings of the great composer: photos, documents, etc. The home-museum has a light concert hall with excellent acoustics. Add.: 3 Zarubyan Str., Yerevan Tel.: (+374 10) 58 94 18, www.khachaturian.am House-Museum of Charles Aznavour House-Museum opened in Cascade Complex, temporarly serves as both the residence of Charles Aznavour and the concert hall for governmental cultural events. The exhibition includes Aznavour’s discs, albums, books, music awards, posters and photographs.
Libraries AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF ARMENIA 40 Baghramyan Ave. Tel.: (+374 60) 61 27 60 AVETIK ISAHAKYAN LIBRARY 4/1 Nalbandyan Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 58 96 10 MATENADARAN INSTITUTE OF ANCIENT MANUSCRIPTS 53 Mashtots Ave. Tel.: (+374 10) 56 25 78 MUSIC LIBRARY 53 Tigran Mets Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 57 65 34 NATIONAL LIBRARY OF ARMENIA 72 Teryan Str. Tel.: (+374 60) 62 35 13 KHNKO-AP ER CHILDREN’S LIBRARY 42/1 Teryan Str. Tel.: (+374 10) 52 12 22 May 2018
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CULTURAL EVENTS IN ARMENIA TUESDAY MONDAY
at 07:00 PM A. Khachaturian: Gay Ballet in 3 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian at 07:00 PM Concert: Yevgine Melikyan and Suzanna Hakobyan "My Homeland" Naregatsi g Art Institute
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at 07:00 PM A. Harutyunyan Sayat-Nova Opera in 3 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian
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at 09:30 PM Reincarnation Orchestra Kami Music Club
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at 21:30 PM Gor Sujyan: live in Kami KAMI Music Club
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at 06:30 PM Spring Lecture Series: Three Modalities of Yerevan Modern Architecture Cafesjian Center for the Arts
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at 07:00 PM T. Tchoukhajian: Arshak II Opera in 2 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian at 09:00 PM New Quintet feat Aghvan Papoyan POS - Bar & Eatery
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at 06:30 PM Spring Lecture Se Monumental Sculpture a and Public-Political Processes Cafesjian Center for the Arts at 07:00 PM State Dance Ensemble of Armenia National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian
at 07:00 PM Datevik Hovanesia Lady Jazz Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall
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at 07:00 PM G Verdi: La Traviata Opera in 4 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian at 11:00 PM Iran Export 2018 Mergelyan Cluster / Yerevan EXPO
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at 08:00 PM CROSSROADS 2018: Contemporary Music Days in Armenia Cafesjian Center for the Arts at 07:00 PM Live in Yerevan: Guf & Narek Downtown Club at 08:00 PM Electro Music Night: Alex Verd Just Mood pub
at 09:30 PM Vishup by Arik Bambir Stop Club at 08:00 PM African Music Night [exhibition sale for African products] Stoyka Pub at 21:30 PM Kami Friends Project: live Saturday KAMI Music Club
at 10:00-12:00 PM Summer Body Challenge Gold's Gym Armenia at 19:30-12:00 PM Music Quiz: Nostalgic Edition ¾ûÝ/aeon
at 06:00 PM Yerevan Wine Days 2018 Saryan str., Yerevan
at 07:00 PM Premiere: D. Tchouhadjian: Garine Na onal Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet a er A. Spendiarian at 06:00 PM Yerevan Wine Days 2018 Saryan str., Yerevan
at 12:00 PM Soap Bubble Event 2018 Northern ave., Yerevan
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at 11:00 PM Tolma festival Hnaberd, Ararat marz (region), Armenia
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at 06:30 PM Spring Lecture Series: The Vanishing Modern Architectural Layer of Yerevan Cafesjian Center for the Arts at 05:00 PM Beauty Day with Natalie Tonoyan Yerevan Mall
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at 07:00 PM A. Adan: Giselle Ballet in 2 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian at 07:00 PM Joint Concert /Ara Martirosyan, Iveta Mukuchyan, Sona/ Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall
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at 07:00 PM A. Tigranyan: Anoush Opera in 3 acts National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet after A. Spendiarian at 07:00 PM Datevik Hovanesian: Lady Jazz Aram Khachaturian Concert Hall
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