The most hospitable and safest country to visit in the world is Armenia. This is a unique ancient state that managed to preserve its culture, which, of course, is always of interest to tourists. Armenia is a kind of open-air museum with unique architectural monuments, complemented by picturesque nature and clean mountain air.
It’s worth coming to Armenia at least to look at Mount Ararat.
What is rich in a small mountain country
In Armenia there is a ski resort popular among young people. It is located in Tsaghkadzor. In winter, a lot of people come here, so it is advised to book accommodation in advance.
If you plan to visit the country in the summer to have a great time, then, of course, it is worth visiting the Waterworld water park in Yerevan.
Culture lovers will be interested in visiting the city of Gyumri, where there is a monastery, Armenian churches and an Orthodox chapel, an art gallery, puppet and drama theaters. And here are the most delicious sweets in all of Armenia.
About three hundred kilometers from Yerevan is the Tatev Monastery. It is located on the edge of a giant gorge, and its walls are as if a natural extension of the rock itself. You can get here by car or by using the cable car, which is the longest in the world (5700 meters), which is why it was entered in the Guinness Book of Records.
Yerevan
This is a city of contrasts, which is the capital of Armenia. Here there are modern high-rise houses, and small houses, wide streets and tiny old courtyards; here you can hear both jazz beloved by Armenians and national folk music.
Yerevan is a truly interesting, peculiar city with smiling locals who are always happy to welcome guests as their best friends.
What can surprise the capital of Armenia? What to visit, where to go?
The UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Matenadaran Museum, is located in Yerevan. It is a repository of ancient manuscripts and manuscripts, ancient maps, notes and much more.
You can visit the architectural complex "Cascade", from the top of which there is a gorgeous view of Mount Ararat and the city itself. And the collection of the American businessman Gerard Levon Gafeschyan, who was born in Armenia, is exhibited in the building of the complex. Entrance to the gallery is free.
It is also worth going on a tour of the Blue Mosque, admiring the colorful mosaics. Or visit the National Gallery and get acquainted with Russian, French, Italian, Flemish and Spanish paintings.
From early June to mid-September, all guests can spend time at the water park. There are several of them in Yerevan.
Waterpark "Water World" (Waterworld)
This is the largest water park in Armenia. In Yerevan, for 16 consecutive years, he has been pleased with his visitors who dream of running away closer to water in the summer heat. The water park is large enough, while up to 3, 000 people can relax here.
The complex itself is an exotic park with rivers and green areas where you can hide from the sun. There is a large pool with sun loungers and a pool for children with fountains in the form of animal sculptures, there are water slides of varying complexity, length and height.
In addition to water sports, you can play volleyball or jump on a trampoline on the equipped sports grounds. And you can visit the SPA-center, massage room or lie in the jacuzzi.
For those who are hungry, there are cafes and restaurants with national, European and Asian cuisine in the complex. According to visitors, the food here is very tasty.
Safety monitoring in the water park is carried out by professional rescuers. The medical office is constantly working. And those who want to learn how to swim will always be helped by qualified instructors working in the water park in Yerevan.
Prices for visits and services:
- Adult ticket - 8000 drams (as of September 2017, 1 dollar = 478 drams);
- Children - 5000 drams (children up to 90 cm tall are free of charge);
- Luggage storage is paid separately - about $ 0.85.
In the evenings, Waterworld is pretty fun: there are various shows, parties, discos, live music concerts.
In winter, the largest pool of the Water World turns into an ice rink.
There is a water park in Yerevan at 40 Myasnikyan Ave. It is approximately 10 minutes from the city center. Opening hours: 9: 00-21: 00.
Dolphinarium "Nemo"
Another water attraction that is worth visiting when coming to Armenia is the dolphinarium. Here you can swim with dolphins, including underwater, having ordered the service "Diving with dolphins".
You can visit the show program, during which visitors not only watch the tricks and dances of dolphins and fur seals, but also learn about the life and habits of these beautiful animals.
Prices in the dolphinarium "Nemo":
- Attendance on weekdays - 3000 drams.
- On weekends - 3500 drams.
- A visit to a romantic night show - 4500 drams.
- Swimming with a dolphin (1 circle + photo) - 5000 dram.
- Swimming with a dolphin (3 circles) - 1000 drams.
- Photoshoot with sea animals - 3500 dram.
Year-round indoor water park in Yerevan: description
Aquatek Indoor Waterpark has been operating since 2008. On its territory there are 2 large pools and one for children, there are water slides and geysers. Here is the eponymous SPA-hotel, consisting of 29 rooms.
This fitness center features a climbing wall and a fitness center. There is a restaurant.
But the most valuable thing here is a special center for medical rehabilitation, equipped with first-class equipment, where you can undergo post-traumatic and postoperative recovery. Reviews of visitors who have used the services of this center are mostly positive. Pleasant staff, professional approach, quality service are the key components of the work of the sports and recreation complex.
Aquatek is open all year round and seven days a week from 8:00 to 23:00.
How to get to Yerevan from the airport and where to stay
Getting to the capital from the international airport is best by taxi. The cost of the trip will average 300 rubles.
In Yerevan there are very inexpensive hostels that provide lodging for a day with a hearty breakfast at a price of 400 rubles. If you want to treat yourself to local pastries and homemade jam, sitting on the terrace overlooking Mount Ararat, then the cost of such a room will vary from 1600 rubles. But you can expect a nice bonus in the form of a free transfer from the airport.
If you relax with children, then you can settle in a hostel or hotel, which are located in the immediate vicinity of the Yerevan water park. In Yerevan, there are a lot of such hotels presented in different price categories.
