Why Should Everyone At Least Once Visit Armenia?

Every Christian must see the Ararat at least once in his life. The Bible says about this mountain: "And on the seventeenth day of the seventh month the ark comes to rest on the mountains of Ararat." (Genesis, 8:4). During the great flood, after floating on waters for 150 days, the Noah’s ark stopped on Mount Ararat. And on this very day, the human race was granted a second birth in Armenia: on Mount Ararat. And this very fact makes both Ararat and Armenia a holy place.

Many scientists and researchers have tried to find the ark. And for this purpose Ararat has been photographed from satellites. Many interested facts have been discovered and they indirectly confirm the existence of the ark. In any case, many puzzles here will one day get their answers.

Mount Ararat has been the source of inspiration for many poets and painters with its matchless beauty.

Although the Ararat Mountain is not in Armenian territorial borders, but the best views of the Holy Mountain are from Armenia. The big mount of Ararat Armenians call Masis, and the Small Ararat is called Sis.

All tours in Armenia "include observations of Ararat" from Ararat plateau, from Yerevan city and suburbia, as well as from many hotels, apartments and residences (mainly from Norq district) that gives wonderful views of the mountain.

One of the best observation posts for the mountain is R. Israelyan’s memorial "Masis temple". This arch is located on the way the Garni, and from this post you have enjoy the unique view of Ararat and Ararat Plateau. On the arch the words of famous Armenian poet Yeghishe Chartents are engraved: "Pass over the world, you will not find the top whiter than Ararat’s, like unreachable praise way, I love my mount of Ararat". The monument can be visited during the tour to Garni temple.

There is a beautiful view to Ararat Mountain from Khor Virap. The Holy place of Armenia Apostolic Church and pilgrims, Khor Virap is located close to the border with Turkey, on a hill. For the whole way from Yerevan to Khor Virap, the mountain is escorting travelers, creating an impression like it is inviting you to visit.

You can choose any tour that will give you a wonderful impression, but, however Ararat view will be the most memorable one.