Sacred wandering: Armenia’s unmissable monasteries

Armenia has a wealth of monasteries – here’s our hitlist of what not to miss.

Mosques, mausoleums and madrasas: our favourite Silk Road sights

Discover our favourite sights along one of the most important trading routes in history.

Tigranakert

The impressive fortress is the centrepiece of Tigranakert © Lukasz Z, Shutterstock Founded by Tigran the Great, this excavated ancient city and fortress are…

The meaning behind Armenia’s khachkars

Learn more about khachkars, one of Armenia’s most important and conspicuous architectural features. 

The best monasteries in Europe

From stunning landscapes to sites of historical and cultural importance, monasteries provide a wealth of interest for the avid traveller.