๐ฆ๐ฒ Your Guide to Armenia
The world's oldest Christian state with enchanting Caucasian nature and a welcome you'd never expect
Armenia is one of the most surprising destinations in the region โ a small country with an enormous history ๐๏ธ. The world's oldest Christian state with monasteries and convents carved into cliffs amid the Caucasian mountains. Yerevan, its capital, is a pink-hued city with wide streets, lively squares, and a surprisingly vibrant nightlife. And for the Saudi traveler, visa-free since July 2025 โ no easier access exists.
Top Places to See
Geghard Monastery Carved into Rock
A monastery from the 13th century partially hewn into the cliff face โ a UNESCO World Heritage site and an exceptional spiritual and visual experience
Garni Roman Temple
The only surviving pagan temple in the Caucasus โ from the 1st century AD on a plateau overlooking a breathtaking valley
Mount Ararat from Yerevan
Armenia's symbol now located in Turkey but visible from every corner of Yerevan โ snow on its peak at sunset is a sight that lingers ๐
Lake Sevan
One of the world's largest high-altitude lakes โ a monastery on a peninsula above blue crystal-clear water and clean, fresh air
The Cascade in Yerevan and Street Art
A grand stairway decorated with international sculptures overlooking the city โ free to visit, vibrant, and full of families every evening
What to Eat
Khorovats (Armenian BBQ) โ Meat grilled over charcoal with Armenian spices โ the Armenian grilling method is different, and locals consider it a genuine art form
Lavash โ Armenian thin flatbread baked in a clay tandoor โ a UNESCO heritage tradition. You can watch women making it by hand in villages
Khash (Trotter Soup) โ A rich heavy soup of bones and trotters โ a traditional Armenian winter dish eaten early in the morning. A genuine cultural experience
Apricots and Derivatives โ Armenia is the original home of the apricot โ dried apricots, apricot paste, and apricot juice are the finest in the world without question
Armenian Coffee and Yerevan Cafรฉs โ Yerevan is a city of cafรฉs โ Armenian-style coffee alongside apricot cake on Stepan Shahumyan Street, a moment of quiet that words can't capture
Practical Tips
Visa-free for Saudis since July 2025 โ direct entry for up to 90 days with no prior procedures required
Yerevan is a walkable city โ the centre and main landmarks are close together and walking through it is genuinely enjoyable
Prices are incredibly low โ a good meal for 5โ8 dollars and hotels at prices that will genuinely surprise you compared to Europe ๐ฐ
A car rental is essential for the monasteries and sites outside Yerevan โ public transport is limited to these areas
Armenians are extraordinarily hospitable โ if you're invited into an Armenian home, accept. The experience will be among the finest memories of your trip
Armenia is a gem not yet discovered by many Saudi travelers โ and this is your opportunity ๐ฆ๐ฒ. Enormous history, beautiful nature, and warm people at prices you won't believe. Add it to your list!