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Ancient Temples Tour: Explore UNESCO Heritage Sites
4.8
70 Ratings
Yerevan
Regarding to these places we will move to the ancient era, because all of them are considered the oldest temples in the world and Etchmiatsin is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage.
Regarding to these places we will move to the ancient era, because all of them are considered the oldest temples in the world and Etchmiatsin is also included in the UNESCO World Heritage.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Vagharshapat - “Tradition holds that the main church was constructed at the site where Miadzin descended, known as Etchmiadzin. In Gregory’s vision, Christ indicated the location for the main temple with a golden hammer. Founded in 303, the world’s oldest cathedral has played a significant role in the history of the Armenian people. As a key…
- Vagharshapat - “Tradition holds that the main church was constructed at the site where Miadzin descended, known as Etchmiadzin. In Gregory’s vision, Christ indicated the location for the main temple with a golden hammer. Founded in 303, the world’s oldest cathedral has played a significant role in the history of the Armenian people. As a key center of the Armenian Church’s global network, the Etchmiadzin Cathedral now encompasses a vast area with numerous old and new churches, secular buildings, libraries, a seminary, and more.”
- Saint Gayane Church - The series of magnificent seventh-century churches continues with St. Gayane, established just 12 years after St. Hripsime. Built in 630, this church stands on the grave of a Christian virgin who passed away in Armenia at the end of the 3rd and beginning of the 4th century, approximately three centuries after her death. The church was restored in 1652. The yard contains many coffins, including those of notable military and cultural figures of the Armenian people.
- Saint Hripsime Church - Experts regard the architecture of Saint Hripsime as one of the finest examples of Armenian design. It was here that Armenian niches, providing seismic resistance, were first utilized. The construction of this grand church was completed in 618, leaving a remarkable architectural legacy, with details still in use today.
- Zvartnots Temple - Although destroyed, Zvartnots remains unique for its spiritual, cultural, and architectural importance. This grand church, named after the angels, was built over nine years and consecrated in 652. The magnificent temple, standing 46-49 meters tall, was likely destroyed by an earthquake, after which similar churches were no longer constructed in Armenia. The true appearance of Zvartnots was unknown for a long time until architect T. Toramanian proposed its original form, which was later confirmed by other historical evidence.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Location
Komitas State Conservatory of Yerevan
Sayat-Nova Avenue
You can see our buses in front of the main entrance of Conservatory and our guides in blue uniforms will meet you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(70 Ratings)
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Annapc7636gk
Oct 4, 2024
Highly recommended! - This was a great tour, mostly thanks to Anna Demirchyan, our excellent guide and great driver! She facilitated a very informative and interesting tour, being a strong professional, as well as a very nice, sociable and supportive person.
Highly recommended!
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Narbehe
Sep 26, 2024
Anna our Excellent guide! - Anna is an amazing guide , she was extremely educated and friendly , we will definitely be back and we recommend one way tour with Anna the excellent guide
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Annadi3448zr
May 17, 2023
Amaizing trip to Tatev with Araks - That was amaizing tour to Tatev, Khndzoresk and Shaki. Everything was grate. Special thanks to our tou guide Araks for everything.
See you soon my One Way Tour
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804tigranm
May 4, 2023
Great tour company - The best tour company in Armenia.
Responsible and punctual staff.
Thank you for interesting tours. I recommend this tour comoany.
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Daytrip391013
May 3, 2023
excellent experience!!!!!! - excellent experience!!!!!!
Our tour guide was nice, communicative and knew lots of stuff.
lovely tour.
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Viajantefrequente
May 3, 2023
amazing tour - our guide was amazing. He knew lots of good stuff. we loved the itinerary, it was along but fruitful day.
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303barborab
Apr 8, 2023
Tatev Monastery - I had an amazing time on this tour, the guide Yegor went above and beyond to help. It was just me and a couple of people so really worth every minute
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Lilitt_92
Aug 16, 2020
Excellent - Very good staff. Many thanks to Yegor for very interesting guiding, to Arsen dor safe drive. It was excellent trip.
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Newall2015
Dec 25, 2019
Day Trip from Yerevan - The day Trip to Tatev was amazing. Our guide,Hayk was friendly and knowledgeable. The Trip lasted for 11 hours but it was well worth it. At the end of te trip we visited the Winery to try some local produce.Over all, the tour company was very professional and the day trip was amazing.
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Ilka_i
Oct 27, 2024
Average - It was good to have a direct transportation to the sights and to have an explanation there. Unfortunately, our guide was far from being motivated for his job or interacting with the group or making an individual approach. Maybe he doesn't like his job. I guess sharing a taxi and having the attractions looked up online would have been a way, too.
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