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Armenia

Armenia was the first Christian country, converting in 301. Gorgeous landscapes, precious historical monuments and hospitable people make the country to an unusual and rewarding destination.

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Yerevan, Republic Square.	Ancient stone crosses are typical for Armenia.
A rebuilt Roman temple at Garni from the year 60.	The fortress of Amberd and a church from 11th c.
The rock-hewn Geghard Monastery from 7th-11th c. belongs to the most important sites in Armenia and is listed as a World Heritage.	Harichavank Monastery, 13th c.
Marmashen Monastery, 10th c.	A canyon at Garni.
Villagers, the woman on the right is an Armenian Kurd.	A view on the forested mountains around Dilijan.
The Haghartsin Monastery from the 12th c. is hidden in a forest.	The Sanahin Monastery from 11th c is listed as a World Heritage.
A view near Yerevan.	The beautiful Lake Sevan is situated at 1900m above sea level.
The church in Yeghvard from the 14th c. was originally a tomb.	The Church in Odzun, 8th c.