Madinah to Armenia

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A Transcaucasian country in Asia, Armenia is home to extraordinary wilderness and ancient cultural heritage. Featuring a mountainous terrain, the country faces a dry, continental climate. Yerevan is the capital city of Armenia featuring plenty of architectural masterpieces. Around the Republic Square, History Museum of Armenia, Government House, and Opera and Ballet Theater are must-visit attractions. About 20 km from the capital, the ancient city of Vagharshapat is famous for the UNESCO World Heritage zone comprising Etchmiadzin Cathedral. Lake Sevan, lying at 1900 m above sea level, is the largest freshwater lake in the entire Caucasian region. The surrounding region houses the 9th century built Sevanavank Monastery atop a hill. Ashot Erkat Restaurant nearby overlooks the lake and serves delicacies prepared from locally caught fish. Syunik region in central Armenia features diverse landscapes, from forests and rivers to lakes and cliffs. Karahunj, also known as the ‘Armenian Stonehenge’, is a prehistoric complex featuring vertically arranged two-meter stones. Syunik is also popular for Tatev Monastery that served as a scholarly institution during the medieval ages. This monastery can be reached through ‘Wings of Tatev’, the world’s longest cable car. No part of Armenia is bereft of natural wonders. To explore them all, save money on flights and hotels through incredible discounts offered by MakeMyTrip.