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Armenian Sites On The UNESCO Heritage List

Armenia’s Heritage – A Gift to The World

A hidden gem of all kinds of treasures

Armenia, holds a rich history as one of the oldest nations on earth, with traditions that have transcended time and survived to this day. From the glorious Kochari dance to the magnificent Geghard Monastery in the Upper Azat Valley, Armenia has included no less than eleven cultural heritage items in the UNESCO list since 1996.

Armenia may be a small country geographically, but it is a cultural powerhouse that welcomes everyone to explore and discover all it offers.

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Tangible

The Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley

The pristine nature of the Azat Valley embraces Geghard Monastery under the gaze of its giant cliffs. With some of its parts smoothly carved into rocks

The Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin

Nestled in the picturesque natural area of Lori, the Haghpat and Sanahin monastic complexes are a brilliant example of the revival of Armenian architecture in the 10th and 11th centuries

The Cathedral and Churches of Etchmiadzin and The Archeological Site of Zvartnots

The churches of Etchmiadzin and the Zvartnots archeological site witnessed the birth of Christianity.

Armenia on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Intangible

The Duduk and Its Music

For many Armenians worldwide, the soothing sound of the duduk symbolizes their identity.

Armenian Cross-stones Art: Symbolism and Craftsmanship of Khachkars

The perennial expression of Armenian craftsmanship and faith, the Khachkar (literally “cross-stone”), is an extraordinary work of Armenian art.

Armenian Sites On The UNESCO Heritage List

Armenia’s Heritage – A Gift to The World

A hidden gem of all kinds of treasures

Tangible

The Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley

The pristine nature of the Azat Valley embraces Geghard Monastery under the gaze of its giant cliffs. With some of its parts smoothly carved into rocks

The Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin

Nestled in the picturesque natural area of Lori, the Haghpat and Sanahin monastic complexes are a brilliant example of the revival of Armenian architecture in the 10th and 11th centuries

The Cathedral and Churches of Etchmiadzin and The Archeological Site of Zvartnots

The churches of Etchmiadzin and the Zvartnots archeological site witnessed the birth of Christianity.

Armenia on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Intangible

The Duduk and Its Music

For many Armenians worldwide, the soothing sound of the duduk symbolizes their identity.

Armenian Cross-stones Art: Symbolism and Craftsmanship of Khachkars

The perennial expression of Armenian craftsmanship and faith, the Khachkar (literally “cross-stone”), is an extraordinary work of Armenian art.

The Performance of the Armenian Epic of “Daredevils of Sassoun” or “David of Sassoun”

The Epic of Sassoun is a work of literature in its own right, comparable in cultural importance to Homer’s Iliad.

Armenian Sites On The UNESCO Heritage List

Armenia’s Heritage – A Gift to The World

A hidden gem of all kinds of treasures

Tangible

The Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley

The pristine nature of the Azat Valley embraces Geghard Monastery under the gaze of its giant cliffs. With some of its parts smoothly carved into rocks

The Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin

Nestled in the picturesque natural area of Lori, the Haghpat and Sanahin monastic complexes are a brilliant example of the revival of Armenian architecture in the 10th and 11th centuries

​​​​The Cathedral and Churches of Etchmiadzin and The Archeological Site of Zvartnots

The churches of Etchmiadzin and the Zvartnots archeological site witnessed the birth of Christianity.

Armenia on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List

Intangible

The Duduk and Its Music

For many Armenians worldwide, the soothing sound of the duduk symbolizes their identity.

Armenian Cross-stones Art: Symbolism and Craftsmanship of Khachkars

The perennial expression of Armenian craftsmanship and faith, the Khachkar (literally “cross-stone”), is an extraordinary work of Armenian art.

The Performance of the Armenian Epic of “Daredevils of Sassoun” or “David of Sassoun”

The Epic of Sassoun is a work of literature in its own right, comparable in cultural importance to Homer’s Iliad.

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Museums & Galleries

Armenia has approximately 120 museums and galleries, each representing a different era of Armenia's marvelous culture and the local artist's unique perception of the world. Visit galleries to admire unique examples of paintings or stone art, depending on your preferences and interests.

Churches & Monasteries

As the first Christian nation, Armenians gave religious structures a lot of thought and perfected the skill of building churches, mastering everything from placement to topography, ornament, and decoration.

The Cathedral and Churches of Etchmiadzin and The Archeological Site of Zvartnots