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Day trip to Amberd: Saghmosavank, Armenian Alphabet Monument
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Overview
Don't miss out on the chance to discover the beauty and charm of this incredible destination. Experience the rich history and culture of Armenia as you journey through the stunning Aragats mountain range. Start your adventure at the Amberd Fortress, a medieval stronghold that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. From there, make your way to Saghmosavank in the Kasakh Valley, where you can explore a beautiful alphabet monument that showcases Armenia's literary heritage.
Continue your exploration at the Mughni Church, a serene and spiritual place with intricately designed architecture. Finally, indulge your senses at a chocolate workshop, where you can learn about the art of chocolate making and treat yourself to delicious samples.
This tour combines history, culture, and culinary delights for a truly unforgettable experience in Armenia.
Continue your exploration at the Mughni Church, a serene and spiritual place with intricately designed architecture. Finally, indulge your senses at a chocolate workshop, where you can learn about the art of chocolate making and treat yourself to delicious samples.
This tour combines history, culture, and culinary delights for a truly unforgettable experience in Armenia.
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Day trip to Amberd: Saghmosavank, Armenian Alphabet Monument
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
- Local sweets and bottled water
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pick up from hotels located in the city center (per request)
- New and comfortable vehicles with AC and WIFI on board
- Professional and friendly guide
- Chocolate making master-class
- Lunch (6€ - 14€ per person)
- Hotel drop-off
Meeting point
Cascade complex, in front of the Alexander Tamanyan statue
Return details
Cascade complex, in front of the Alexander Tamanyan statue
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Saghmosavank MonasteryThe monastic complex included in this daily tour date back to the 13th century. Saghmosavank is translated as the monastery of psalms. According to the legend, the psalm singing of Gregory the Illuminator was heard for several miles, when he asserted in the caves underneath the church. It was also famous for its medieval manuscripts and book-repository.
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Armenian Alphabet MonumentOn the way we will have a stop at the Armenian Alphabet Monument, where you will be given the chance to find the first letter of your name and even snap a picture with it. Armenian is not only a very old language, but it is also an independent branch of the Indo-European languages, making it unlike any other tongue in the world.
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Amberd FortressThe tour will take you to the Amberd fortress, located on the slopes of Mount Aragats – the highest peak in Armenia. In the 13th century, the Zakaryan noble family started the liberation of Armenia from the Seljuk Turks from this very fortress. The name “Amberd” originates from the fact that the fortress is located at the altitude of 2300m above the sea level, translating as “Fortress in the Clouds”. After an eventful tour, you will take part in a master class on cooking and tasting a national Armenian dish in “Tonatsuyts” national culture center, where you will have a delicious lunch in the best Armenian traditions.
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Mughni ChurchSituated in the village of Mughni, the Church of Saint Gevorg was built in the 14th century and was completely renovated in the 17th century. The architects of the church were Sahak Hizanetsi (died in 1666) and his student Murad. In the Middle Ages the church was rather popular due to the relics of one of the most popular Christian saints, the relics of Saint Gevorg being preserved there. The Church of Mughni was first mentioned in the notes of two manuscripts copied in 1278s and 1280s. Interestingly, close to the relics there is the eternal flame where only those who bear the name Gevorg are allowed to enter and pour oil on the fire.
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Day trip to Amberd: Saghmosavank, Armenian Alphabet Monument
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How it works?
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You choose from 10 000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!