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Timeline of Armenia's Geopolitical changes - Ethnogenesis of Armenians - Free Tour in Yerevan

Duration: 3h and 30min
Languages: English
Guru: Tigran
Quality Verified Registered on August 23, 2020

***I am in love with Yerevan and spend most of my time walking around its streets and bridges to discover hidden gems to share with other travelers!*** Let me take you on alternative routes around Yerevan with top sights and show you charming passages, secret gardens and the best shopping districts while I share their history and tell you my favorite tales of the city. I am a licensed tour guide since 2015 and I have extensive background and knowledge in the history of Armenia, which dates back to 3, 500 B. C. 1.Intensive English Certificate - courses 1st and 2nd level; 15/01/2008 - 23/03/2008. 2.Tour Guide Certificate (provider UNHCR; 13/10/2014 - 01/06/2015) Looking forward to meeting you. Tigran

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Armenians historical migrations| Armenian cuisine - Free Walking Tour in Yerevan


During our walk, we will visit monuments; parks; restaurants (which only locals know). 
We will drink sea buckthorn juice which was used over centuries as food, traditional medicine, and skin treatment. We will get acquainted with Armenian History; Architecture; Geopolitics; Economy; Geography; Traditions; Religion History and many more. We will have fun and there will be time to take pictures. At the end of our tour, you will have the best recommendations and know what to do after the tour and where to go to eat the best Armenian food.



Additional information 


Unfortunately we we are not able to invite children(1 -7 years old) for our tour - thank you for your understanding.

Accessibility: 

1. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.

2. The tour is not stroller accessible.

Health restrictions:

1. Not recommended for pregnant travelers.

2. Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions. 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Republic Square, Nalbandyan poxoc, Ye...
    Republic Square, Nalbandyan poxoc, Yerevan, Armenia
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  • 1
    Outside visit
    Republic Square

    An oval roundabout square with a stone pattern in its center designed to look like a traditional Armenian rug.

  • 2
    Outside visit
    Shahumyan Park

    The statue stands prominently at the west end of Shahumyan Park with a nice water feature between it and the park.

  • 3
    Outside visit
    Mirzoyan Library

    A gem in the city. Filled with books, journals related to design and photography, and a bar and gallery, the space is peaceful and amazing.

  • 4
    Outside visit
    Vernissage

    Vernissage is a large open-air market in Yerevan, Armenia. The name of the market is the derived from the French word vernissage. Next to the market we will visit Cultural Genocide park where is located the Statue of Garegin Nzhdeh(Armenian military commander); walk in Cultural Genocide park(Khachkars also know as Armenian cross-stones); Metro station Republic Square(discovering Armenian metro)

  • 5
    Outside visit
    Garegin Nzhdeh Monument

    Garegin Nzhdeh was an Armenian statesman, military commander and political thinker and became one of the key political and military leaders of the First Republic of Armenia (1918–1921).

  • 6
    Outside visit
    Sakharov Square

    Sakharov square (formerly called Azizbekov square) was re-named in 1991 after the eminent specialist of Armenian history and culture, physicist, atomic scientist, one of the authors of the hydrogen bomb, the USSR NAS academician, the laureate of the 1975 Nobel Prize, public and political figure Andrey Sakharov.

  • 7
    Outside visit
    Dalan Art 🎨 Gallery

    "Dalan" in Yerevan is a 19th century house which now serves as a restaurant and art gallery.

  • 8
    Outside visit
    Charles Aznavour square

    In this beautiful square we will see the oldest hotel in Yerevan "Grand hotel Yerevan" which was opened in 1926, during the Soviet period(the hotel facade is richly decorated with black Armenian tuff stone).

  • 9
    Outside visit
    Opera and Ballet Theatre

    Visit Swan Lake and Opera House. The ground-breaking of the Opera-Theatre took place on 28 November 1930 during the celebrations of the 10th anniversary of Soviet Armenia. On January 20, 1933, the building was officially opened.

  • 10
    Outside visit
    Cascade Complex

    The Cascade is a giant stairway made of limestone in Yerevan, Armenia. It links the downtown Kentron area of Yerevan with the Monument neighborhood. The construction of the cascade started in 1971 and was partially completed in 1980.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Robert 21 May 2023
Frankfurt

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Travelled alone - May 2023
Tigran is a great guide. First I thought, wow, strange, but he is an absolutely funny and cool guy. Nice to chat with, make jokes and to hang around. Very professional. I will remember this!
David 07 Mar 2023
London

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Travelled alone - Mar 2023
Despite only two people going on the tour, the guide was always enthusiastic. His English is excellent and the route was really well prepared.
Erin 18 Feb 2023
Abu Dhabi

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Travelled in family - Feb 2023
Wonderful day! The tour stops were carefully chosen and we never would have found them on our own. We will be going back to revisit them before we leave Yerevan. Feel like we learned so much and would highly recommend.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 10 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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