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Christmas in Armenia – Eastern European Winter Traditions

Aleksandr Shatskih

Christmas in Armenia is a mix of history, tradition, and religious belief. Years of life under the communist regime influenced celebrations too.

8 years ago

Brussels Airlines Connects Belgium and Armenia

Aleksandr Shatskih

In 2017 travelers from Belgium and Armenia will be able to fly between the two countries with Brussels Airlines.

8 years ago

Armenian Ambassador Oleg Yesayan Visits MITT

Aleksandr Shatskih

Last week at MITT 2016, Armenian Ambassador to Russia Oleg Yesayan attended the opening ceremony of Russia’s most important travel expo.

9 years ago

Eurovision 2016 Contenders: Armenia’s Iveta Mukuchyan

Phil Butler

If a gorgeous diva, a gorgeous man, a striking voice, and a riveting song could help a competitor win Eurovision 2016, then Armenia’s Iveta Mukuchyan should be considered a top competitor in Stockholm. Her video of the song
“LoveWave” is unique among the 43 entries.

9 years ago

Grozny Avia Airlines set to fly to Simferpol

Aleksandr Shatskih

North Caucasus airline Grozny Avia will now fly to the Russian-annexed Crimean peninsula in between Yerevan, and Crimea’s Simferopol.

10 years ago

Armenia Welcomes Iran Travelers 2014

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to news from Armenia’s Economic Ministry, some 35,000 Iranian tourists visited the country in the first half of this 2014. Over 495,000 tourists from Iran came to Armenia, an increase of some 17.3% compared to the same period last year.

10 years ago

Hyatt to Open Second New Armenia Hotel

Aleksandr Shatskih

In hotel news from Armenia, a new Hyatt property is slated to open in 2015. The Hyatt Jermuk will reportedly be an 88-room new-build hotel in the center of Jermuk Resort.

11 years ago

Rumored Armavia Airlines Buyout On the Wind

Aleksandr Shatskih

News of Armenia’s national airline Armavia going into bankruptcy proceedings took another twist today as rumors surface the fallen airline may be bought up, according to news from 168 Hours.

12 years ago

Karabakh Region Gets More Tourism Notice

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from one of Armenia’s most remote regions, the National Statistical Service (NKR) reports that visits to ancient Karabakh were 36.9% higher for 2012 than visits from the previous year.

12 years ago

Yerevan Celebrates Mkrtich Sedrakyan at National Gallery

Phil Butler

Tomorrow the National Gallery of Armenia plays host to an exhibition by world famous painter Mkrtich Sedrakyan (1922-2009). The opening marks the celebration of what would have been Sedrakyan’s 90th birthday.

12 years ago

Candoco Dance Company in Yerevan Today

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Candoco Dance Company is one of the world’s most prolific dance troop comprised of both disabled and non-disabled artists. Founded in 1991, the company is scheduled to give further performances in Yerevan coming up in March as well.

12 years ago

Armenia Tops CIS Countries in Economic Freedom

Aleksandr Shatskih

Research recently conducted by the Heritage Foundation in the US shows the current state of economic freedom around the world. Where CIS countries are concerned, the study made several somewhat surprising findings. One such finding was the 38th position among 177 countries Armenia currently holds. This places the small republic at the top of all CIS countries.

12 years ago

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