Hotels in Armenia
Armenia doesn’t cover a large territory and belongs to the list of smallest countries in the world, yet despite this the country’s splendid beauty and unique architecture have always amazed visitors. Armenia is where people get convinced that the nature is alive and seems to constantly whisper in your ear and tell you details about the history of Armenia and its highlands. Those who have managed to hear these whispers have surely got to know the miracle of this country better than the rest.
Armenia is a country of mountains. Being the first country to adopt Christianity as state religion Armenia can also be called a country of churches. Nevertheless, the architecture of Armenian churches and monasteries is absolutely different from what visitors might have seen in other or their own countries. The culture of this country is unique and impressive. Armenian people stand out with their extreme modesty and humbleness and innocent desire to help.
As usual, every country does their best to beautify the capital city and so is in case of Armenia, but the country’s true spirit is felt more in the rest of the cities like Gyumri or Dilijan. It’s where the real level of living is revealed as well as the traditions become visible.
Armenia offers many rewards for a traveler, not only its sacred and natural sites have a pulling power but also its archaeological sites and fortresses attract huge attention. Especially important are the country’s archaeological sites where you might go back through years and appear in a time period when Armenians were still forming as a nation or the history of Armenia was getting a starting point.
Hotels in Armenia vary as much as the interesting sites visitors are offered to see. Compared with large countries, hotels in Armenia are not so many in their number but the number is quite sufficient for the size and the amount of tourists that visit Armenia each year.
Booking a hotel in Armenia is quite easy. The hard part is to decide what exactly you need – a world class luxurious hotel with the best accommodation, a modest yet luxurious hotel with convenient accommodation options or a simple hotel just to spend the night there. Those people seeking luxury should know that not all the cities can boast of a luxurious hotel, so sometimes visitors will simply have to opt for a more modest hotel, in case of staying in a particular city(for example, hotels in Vanadzor City). Hotels in Gyumri City vary a lot; Gyurmi is a city of masters and here the hotels masterly vary – from a simple hotel to a luxurious hotel where visitors might feel as a real royalty.
Especially, hard can be the choice with hotels in Sevan City. It’s where Lake Sevan, the beautiful pearl of the Armenian Highlands is located, and the city is completely busy during summer season.
People planning to visit the marvelous province of Syunik where Tatev Monastery and the longest ropeway in the world are located generally spend a night there, particularly in one of the modest hotels of Goris.
On the whole, in all the cities the hotels basically have a central location and are not hard to find. All the hotels offer free Wi-Fi and parking. In general, the hotel rooms include cold and hot water, a toothbrush, toothpaste, a hairdryer, a minibar, a makeup and shaving mirror, shower, bathrobes, slippers and a satellite TV. Another thing to take full advantage of are restaurants of the hotels, which serve delicious Armenian cuisine and wine; some of the dishes to try by all means are harisa and tolma.
So no matter what your ultimate purpose is – to shop in Armenian cities, visit the places of interest or solely get to know Armenian people and their culture, just book your hotel in advance and enjoy your time and rest to the full.
Resorts in Armenia
Resort cities and towns could be defined as an entire package of tourist attractions as they offer everything and anything that a tourist might be interested in, and perhaps that is why these cities are the first ones to appeal to the tourists. The difference between ordinary Armenian cities and resort cities/towns is noted momentarily as the latter are not only more developed than the rest but also offer services and activities that make them a dream place for the soul.
The idea behind the resort cities of Armenia is to help people feel whole again, get relieved and simply have a long desired rest. The feeling that covers the visitors as they visit these cities is similar to what a person might feel after opening a curtain and discovering a truly inspiring and breathtaking thing there. In particular, five cities are listed as such – Aghveran, Jermuk, Tsakhkadzor, Dilijan and Sevan. They all offer a different thing but what they have in common is the status of the resort spot they share.
Some of these resort cities embody simplicity and elegance accompanied with absolute tranquility. Such is the resort city of Aghveran, where peace and serenity dominate. Others offer various treatment procedures. Especially important is the significance of Jermuk spa town, where lots of people have been getting treatment since the most ancient times. This resort city has mineral waters, which treat liver diseases, gynecological diseases, metabolic diseases, nervous system diseases, gastrointestinal diseases and so on. This city is famed in the world and is extremely popular with travelers.
Dilijan resort city could be described as a photographer’s dream city. It’s endearingly artful and straightforward. The city offers stunning water and nature views that make the ambience superb. In between the city and the city woodlands there is an absolute harmony, which creates a balance between the romantic heart and the rebellious mind. Two of the most important Armenian sacred sights are located in this city, and they are worth being visited if relief is what a person is looking for, if not, then the city’s monuments and natural sights will be perfect destinations to explore. The things-to-do list of this resort city includes but is not limited to camping near the river, hiking in the mountains, going for four-wheeled motorcycling and so on.
Sevan is another resort city, which is basically popular for its outrageously beautiful Lake Sevan and the activities that expand around this lake. The fabulous fish of the lake has managed to satisfy even those capricious tourists who prefer only seafood. Some of the most adventurous activities not to miss there are windsurfing and jet-skiing, which are sure to produce and raise the positive mood hormones.
In the present-day reality people tend to look for number one things everywhere and if they are unable to find them they simply give up on them. This is obviously not the best attitude. Instead, things would be way easier and more entertaining if people searched for the things they want paying attention to other details such as awesomeness or the level of being interesting. In this regard, Tsakhkadzor ski resort, which is perhaps one of the most enticing and challenging ones not only in Armenia but also in the world, will not appear among the top places but it has its honorable place among the best ones. Annually, the resort hosts a myriad of ski lovers and enthusiasts and of course, professionals. The resort is in its full colors in winter – the sparkling white of the snow and the various spirit colors of the people enjoying themselves in the resort create a friendly and happy atmosphere in this coldest time of the year. While skiing is the number one activity in the resort, snowboarding and snowmobiling are quite popular with people as well.
At long last, every single city in Armenia has its own charm; some are extremely beautiful due to their simplicity, others appear to be violent and historical. But it’s a different story when it comes to the resort spots. They seem to be a paradise offering a permanent vacation, which is better experienced than imagined. So go ahead and take delight in what you are offered there.