One-day Trip to Sevanavank-Haghartsin-Goshavank

One of the must-go places in Armenia is Lake Sevan – “The Blue-Eyed Beauty “ of the Armenian Highlands. So don’t miss the chance to head to this wonderful area to savour the unimaginable beauty of the Lake from the top of the Penninsula with your own eyes. Take a deep breath and make your prayers at the Monastery up there, then indulge in the divine beauty of the lake and mountains right from the top of the Penninsula.

Then, visit the medieval monastic complex Haghartsin regarded as a “The hidden Pearl of Middle Ages”. It’s hard to describe all the marvels of this place which didn’t leave even the Sharzhah Sheikh indifferent. Walk back to the Middle Ages through this winding forested paths, face the biggest refectory, churches standing partially destroyed, a royal mausoleum, and breathtaking views surrounding you.

And last but not least, continue to Goshavank Monastery named after Mkhitar Gosh- one of the great intellectual powers of his day, see one of the unique cross-stones (khachkar) displayed in the courtyard of the Monastery complex, enjoy the history of this old stones put on top of each other and admiring everyone for centuries. But Armenia isn’t only about monasteries and nature. Talk to people, listen to their stories, buy some herbs and don’t hesitate to have a glass of herbal tea among these mountains and hospitable people. Be sure it will be a life-time memory.