... The adoption of Christianity as state religion, was the first country in the world, the cult of St.. Mount Ararat, cognac erywańskiego, chess, tiny monasteries lost on the mountain peaks ...

On the plains and przedwzgórzach Armenia has a dry subtropical climate with continental characteristics, with short, cold winter and hot summers. In the above-lying areas climate is temperate, and at a height of over 2000 meters. - Cold mountain.    

It is recommended to decline throughout the summer, when still warm, but not as hot and dry.

Armenian culture is one of the oldest cultures around the Caucasian area, it can only match the Persian culture, represented today by Turkey and Iran. Armenia whose roots dates back to XI-VII century BC. The capital, Yerevan, was founded as early as 782 years BC. Geographical location of Armenia has become the curse - the country was conquered in turn by the major world powers of all of Alexander the Great and Rome after the Soviet Union. Paradoxically, existing independent and conquered Armenia created a wonderful rich culture that has been successfully absorbed into itself the best features of the cultural powers that conquered Armenia in history. Baptism in the year 301 AD, Armenia has made notable departure, since it became the first country where chcrześcijaństwo became fully state religion, that was earlier than the rise of Christian Rome, known to all! The continuous struggle for freedom in the area of Armenia caused massive emigration, which led to the formation of the influential (one of the largest, next to the Jewish world), the Armenian diaspora known for centuries of trade and financial market. The twentieth century went around with this cruel country - the slaughter of Armenians in the Turkish state and the Stalinist repression in the Soviet Union destroyed the very cultural and intellectual riches of the country. The most characteristic features of Armenian culture are dedicated to tradition, religion, Patriarchy, the ethos of hard work and respect for learning.

Armenia is a country monoreligijnym. Christianization and the baptism in the 301 r. BC. made it the oldest Christian country in the world, older even than Rome itself. National and difficult nature of the Armenian historical experience caused, and in spite of efforts to impose a heavy second religion (eg. Islam) by invading Armenians remained faithful to Christianity, which was equated with "Ormiańskością". It is worth noting that the Armenian Church wars could not attend the Council of Chalcedon in 451. Due's bias and language differences, as well as the political machinations of the Armenians rejected the 554 at the Synod of Dwinie provisions of this council condemning Monophysitism, thereby separating himself from the Church Universal and setting up its Armenian Apostolic Church. Today the Armenian Apostolic Church confesses about 92% of the population. Traces of 1% profess zachodniochrześcijańskie rites and Islam.

Armenians are very conservative people, who lovingly cares for and maintain their traditions - it was the only way to save their own identity under the yoke of the centuries najexdźców. Armenians refer in particular to religious rites, is also firmly rooted patriarchal way of life here. Notwithstanding this, Armenians, but also enjoy the reputation of the nation biesiadujacego and lounge, who likes to have fun.

Armenia is a country of little people everywhere use the Armenian language. Its use is considered a manifestation of patriotism and pride in the independence of Armenia. Due to the small percentage of Russian-speaking immigrant population from the time of the Soviet Russian is not as popular as in other republics of the former Soviet state. But thanks to the Armenians estimate for learning and good manners, and proximity to Russia, and earlier by the reckoning of the structures of the USSR, Armenians know well into Russian and use it without obstacles - especially the elderly.

Because of the deep-rooted respect for education and maintain contact with the Armenian Diaspora (mainly living in the United States) know English well.

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Armenians besides Russian and English usually know too well the French language - and with reason to communicate with the famous Parisian Armenian Diaspora.

Polish citizens going to Armenia, and passing in transit, must have a visa. It can be obtained at a diplomatic mission of Armenia, the capital erewańskim Zwartnoc airport or border crossing with Georgia and Iran. External border with Turkey and Azerbaijan remain closed.

The cost of tourist visa issued at the border is 3000 AMD (only diplomatic representations abroad Armenian issue multiple-entry visas). The period of validity is claimed may not exceed 120 days. It is possible to extend the visa and registration department for foreigners (OVIR) in Yerevan. The period of validity of the passport when crossing the border must be at least 6 months. From April 2009 the airport additional fee, payable in cash prior to departure date (so-called. Duty exit) is included automatically to the ticket price.

Embassy of Armenia in Poland

Ul. Snipe 1950

02-913 Warsaw

Tel. 22 899 09 40

Polish Embassy in Armenia

st. Hanrapetutian 44a

0010 Yerevan

+374 10 542495

In the period of validity is not subject to report. It is the basis for the extension of legal residence. For illegal stay in Armenia to pay a fine of 1,500 AMD (about. U.S. $ 4.6) per day. This penalty shall be collected by border guards at the exit from Armenia.

Departure from the country is a mere formality, goes without any problems after checking the passport and visa.

It should be borne in mind that the border of Armenia with Turkey and Azerbaijan is closed.

Health care is not at a high level. For tourists it is paid. A visit to the doctor costs 15 to $ 35, depending on the scope of medical services provided. The pharmacies are not valid prescription (even for antibiotics).

It is possible to buy the local insurance company or a foreign delegation. Insurance policies are considered, if the coverage includes the Republic of Armenia. Lack of top-listed companies involved in the policies in this area.

103 - Ambulance

You do not need regular vaccinations.

Armenia is a country much safer than other countries in the region. There is even the threat of terrorism or public disturbances and street. You should only worry about the chaotic traffic of hazardous. Local driver does not comply with traffic laws in that do not respect pedestrians, even at pedestrian crossings. Unpredictable in both time and the consequences for it is the threat of earthquakes in Armenia, since these areas are seismically unstable. For the greatest tragedy occurred in 1988 when disaster razed two city of Armenia - Gyumri (formerly Leninakan) and buried at least 25,000 people.

Armenia is in a position of political kofliktu with Turkey, which takes a long-standing dispute over the Turkish government's recognition of the fact that the so-called. massacre of Armenians in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. Both countries avoid contact with each other in the international arena, diplomatic contacts are completely suspended. Armenia is also able to ceasefire with Azerbaijan. In 1992, Azerbaijani forces supported by the local contingent the Soviet Union invaded the territory of Nagorno-arms Karabachskiego Autonomous Oblast, which administratively was in the Azerbaijan SSR to the disintegration of the Soviet Union in 1991, and 75% was inhabited by Armenians. In subsequent years, the men drove the invaders, Armenians and formed parapaństwo with Armenia, Armenia, signed in 1994, will soon cease-fire with Azerbaijan. Until today formally Nagorno-Karabakh is a part of Azerbaijan but de facto is a fully independent international body, Armenia is working with him, but not officially acknowledged its existence. In 2008, Moscow launched to continue the talks cp. suspended solution of the conflict.

102 - Police

The situation is stabilized inner Armenia. We feel safe there.

- Georgian-Armenian Sadakhlo - Bagratashen, Ninotsminda - Bavra, Guguti - Railway Gogavan Sadakhlo - Ayrum

- Iran-Armenia Norduz - Karchevan, Norduz - Megri (Agarak)

- Air erewańskie Zwartnoc and szirakowskie Gyumri

Armenia airport infrastructure is not very extensive, most of the capital support calls Zwartnoc international airport (10 km from Yerevan). In addition to its international connections, but only to Russia (Rostov, Moscow, Sochi) performing airport in Gyumri - Shirak. To Yerevan in August we can get, inter alia, Prague, Vienna, Minsk, Berlin. No direct connection with Polish airports.

Because of the small area and the destruction of the Soviet Union united in the time of the common rail system in the composition of the Southern Caucasus, the Georgian railways belonged, Azerbaijani and Armenian difficult today for a fast connection to Armenia from abroad. Should also bear in mind the fact that Armenia is situated just behind the Caucasus, where they train hard to get - a journey through the land is formed so unprofitable and long. In the design stage there is a connection with Iran. Today depart from Yerevan-2 long-distance international trains. The first is to Yerevan and Tbilisi, it runs every two days, and Yerevan-Batumi, which operates during the summer in odd-numbered days.

Bus to Armenia can be reached from the north of Georgia and the south of Iran. Most are local mikrobusiki plying through the crossing.

Travel by car is only possible from the Georgian and Iranian. Practically, it is not feasible due to bad roads, "baptized" fuel, terrain and long distances.

The only reasonable way to get a plane to Armenia. Bus and rail supports only the neighboring states, however, after the elimination of Iran, it appears that the only country in which you can enter to Armenia, Georgia, to which only you can also fly or swim.

The domestic infrastructure is not well developed. Take place only charter flights.

Armenian Railway inside the country just developing after age 90 years of stagnation. All trains driving around the country are considered to be suburban, mostly going up to 7 hours. In Yerevan, you can get to the second biggest city after the capital of the country of Gyumri, the Armaviru, Ararat, Hrazdan.

Buses complement the gap which remains after the railway network in the country. Commute, where rail is not built and where it does not allow for terrain. Most notably are plying on designated routes vans (minibuses).

There are free car rental.

Internet cafes can be found in shopping centers. Wi-fi available in almost all venues catering for larger space in the city center.

Armpoczta, also called Aipost, is undergoing modernization for adapting to global standards of, in 2009, the Armenian administration has been transmitted via the Dutch company Haypost Trust Management for five years. He works every day except Sunday from 9 to 19

Getting around the city are buses and trolley buses and private minibuses town called. minibuses. In marszrutce not buy a ticket and pay the driver directly to a toll at the entrance / exit. Minibuses are more comfortable with their freedom busika detention in a place that suits us - to get where we want, we need to notify the driver in good time, loud and clear.

A separate section should be considered erewańskie Metro (a line consisting of 10 stations). This is by far the most efficient means of transport.

Dram, AMD = 100 luma

In Yerevan you pay cash, in the larger retail chains are accepted credit cards. On the other provinces and cities does not appear without cash.

bread, 230-250

800-1500 kg cheese

milk 250

egg art 1940 to 1960

sugar, 250 kg

pork, 1,800 kg

1400-1600 kg beef

1500-2000 kg sausage

100 kg potatoes

200-600 kg apples

0.5 liters of cognac 5000-25000

wine 0.7 liters 700-2000

0.5 liters of beer 300-500

For best viewing, shopping centers and popular shopping networks Star, SAS, City. Cheapest local bazaars, stalls. Essential items can be found in shops or housing estates. Souvenirs from Armenia can be purchased on Saturdays, Sunday bazaar, called the opening, which is located near the Polish Embassy in the heart of Yerevan

In Armenia, everyone can find something suitable for suwenir - Local offer is extremely rich and diverse. Connoisseurs of liquor must necessarily acquire the famous Armenian cognac brand of Ararat Yerevan. You can also buy the Armenian religious (the crosses, icons). It pays to buy cheap in Armenia and generally regarded as the semiprecious stone obsidian. You can buy a home in staroormiańskim style woven tablecloths, curtains, carpets, shawls and carved plates and cutlery.

50 packs of cigarettes

2 liters of alcohol

Currency exchange can be made at bank branches, as well as numerous exchange offices. In some hotels, restaurants and shops so you can pay. hard currency and in Russian rubles.

Hospitality and service network is underdeveloped.

Yerevan was the first hostel network covers just like the European capitals. However, now it can count on one hand.

Specially designed for tourists camps do not meet in Armenia, since the local tourism is on the beginner stage after the Soviet era. If we already are independent we can find "wild camping" on Nature. Previously, please just make sure that this is the area unprotected by the state and it is not private property - in this order to better obtain the approval of the host or the local community.

Possibility in each city so. wynajemu daily rent flats or posutocznaja kvartir. Prices for apartments start to pay off with more people in the group. In the provinces with money you can spend the night in the Armenian family, which besides beds will tell something more about the country and will show you interesting things related to the Armenian tradition.

The cheapest room costs from 25 to 100 USD per night.

Hostels offer accommodation from $ 10.

Hotels with worst journals are more expensive than those with mid-range in Europe. Same hostels and tourist bases is not enough that they can be an alternative. Only the capital city can guarantee a decent night.

Armenian cuisine is very rich due to the Armenians love sitting and welcoming reception. As befits a kitchen Caucasians, they are usually bloody meat dishes, this spicy and fried on a real fire.

Armenian bread - lawasz

Skewers of large pieces of meat - horowacz

Skewers of beef and turkey meat - bir-iki

Armenian Kebab

Meatballs kjufta

Tolman - ielone meat with peppers and eggplant, tomatoes wrapped in a cabbage leaf

Broth kokolik

Baked lamb with peas and greens

Pieces of beef cooked baskyrtat

Mix fruit tiswżik

Plow

Roasted mackerel

Soft and hard cheese with garlic and grasses

Fresh weight sudżuk juice from grapes and nuts

Armenian Cognac Ararat brand types: Nairi, Vaspurakan, Dvin, Ani, Ahtamar, beer Kotayk and Kilikia

Caucasus Tavern

Old Yerevan

Al FAEL - Mer Gyuh

Are adopted, especially at the hands of foreigners, from 7% to the generally accepted 10% of bill

Armenia is one of the oldest countries in the world, a beautiful and long-. One can find traces of many historical periods and influences of various cultures that have dominated the Armenians during the raids. In the same country counted well over 4,000 different kinds of monuments! The most valuable monuments are the old churches of the Autonomous Church of Armenia. It should also pay attention to the beauty of nature this country - mountains, lakes and valleys.

Armenia is one of the oldest countries in the world, a beautiful and long-. One can find traces of many historical periods and influences of various cultures that have dominated the Armenians during the raids. In the same country counted well over 4,000 different kinds of monuments! The most valuable monuments are the old churches of the Autonomous Church of Armenia. It should also pay attention to the beauty of nature this country - mountains, lakes and valleys.

Monastery complex Haghpat

Monastery complex Sanahin

The ruins of the cathedral in Zwartnocu

Team Echmiadzin Cathedral

Monastery complex Geghard

Garni Temple

Monasteries Norawank, Goszawank, Sevanavank

Monastery Choir Wirap

Monastery Tatew

Cemetery of the Noradus chaczkarami

The ruins of Urartu fortress of Erebuni

City of Armavir and Artashat

Matenadaran Institute of books im-. St.. Mesrop Mashtots

Cathedral of St.. Gregory the Illuminator

Tsaghkadzor mountain resort with the monastery Keczaris

Most Haghtanak

Matenadaran Institute of books im-. St.. Mesrop Mashtots

Erebuni Museum

Art Gallery in Yerevan

Historical Museum

Palace (Meria) from the city museum in Yerevan

Philharmonic and the Opera House in Yerevan

Azat Valley

Armenian highlands landscape

Mountain resort Dzhermuk

Lake Sevan, Kari

rock Khndzoresk

Do not worry that you do not see / lo everything - the number of Armenian monuments is so enormous that it is impossible to grasp all at once. On the first working place should be saved to the list of monuments of World Heritage Sites. Remember that often simply passing by the place accidentally come across the trail of history, Armenia is inevitable.

January 1 New Year's Day

Jan. 6 Christmas / Epiphany

January 28th Army Day

April 7 Motherhood and Beauty Day

March / April Easter

April 24 Holocaust Remembrance Day (Armenian genocide)

May 9 Victory Day

May 28 Day of First Republic

5 July Constitution Day

September 21 Independence Day

December 7 Earthquake Memorial Day (Gyumri)

The cycle of international chess tournaments Jermuk-Sevan-Gyumri

Gran pri Fide them. Tigra Petrossiana in Jermuku

Festival Waxes Aszun in Hrazdanie

Day "Surba Wardanank" (St.. Wardananka)

Feast of water Wardawar

Armenia is a country traditionalist, conservative-oriented to the typical secular playground. Even among young people dominate the mood of seriousness and exaltation of man over woman - it is often a source of quarrels and misunderstandings, to watch. Often, the very concept of a nightclub hides as are most appropriate to the institution of this name in the nightlife - it should not be surprising, therefore, that at the entrance to pay a huge sum to local conditions or meet at the club nudity and love for sale.

Cosmetics for sunburn.