Tourism in Armenia

Tourism in Armenia has a key role in the Armenian economy, since since the 1990s years, approximately half a million people a year visit the country, especially Armenians living abroad. According to the Armenian Ministry of Economy, most tourists from the CIS, the EU countries, from Iran and the United States come.

Despite the scarce financial resources invested in Armenia tourism. An example of this is the Tatev ropeway which connects the village with Halidsor founded in the year 895 Tatev Monastery. Developed by a Swiss company cable car is with 5750 meters, the longest, in a section equipped with a continuous suspension rope aerial tramway in the world.

Outdoor activities and scenery are the main attractions. Lake Sevan, the largest mountain world, is a popular tourist destination in the summer. The Tsaghkadzor ski resort is open for skiing and in the rest of the year for hiking and picnicking in the winter. Yerevan, the Armenian capital, home to opera, theater and other cultural institutions. In addition, with tourists in the casinos Argavand are popular.

Since 2000, tourism is growing in Armenia. The Ministry of Economy explains that Armenia has been visited by 575 281 tourists in 2009, 3 % more than in 2008., A 5 % growth in 2010 was predicted.

UNESCO World Heritage Site

In Armenia, there are the following UNESCO World Heritage Sites:

  • Monasteries Haghpat and Sanahin - 1996
  • Cathedral and churches of Echmiadzin and archaeological site of Zvartnots - 2000
  • Monastery of Geghard in the Upper Azat Valley - 2000

Monastery of Sanahin

Archaeological Site of Zvartnots

Cathedral and churches of Echmiadzin

Monastery of Geghard

The upper Azat Valley

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