| A strategically important point for centuries, Yerevan has been tossed back and forth between the Persians and the Ottomans until it became the capital of Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic in 1920, and finally the capital of the Republic of Armenia in 1991. Visitors will find its extraordinary history echoed at every turn of the city!
If you're a first time traveler, the pink shade of Yerevan's unique "tuf" stone architecture will fascinate you beyond imagination. Spend an evening watching people around the cascading fountains at Republic Square.
Yerevan has a plenty of interesting sights. The Statue of Mother Armenia, Matenadaran Museum, Tsitsernakaberd hill with the famous Genocide Memorial and the Genocide Museum are worth a trip.
Shop at places like "Treasures of Armenia" and take home some of the finest hand knotted carpets made from Caucasian wool, handmade jewelry, antique silverware, and lots more. Heard about Armenian cognac? They are 6 to 70 years old and 40 to 57 percent alcohol proof and the best known is Ararat, from the Yerevan Brandy Company.
Armenian cuisine is delicious! Try some 'lavash' bread with spice herbs and cheese, flavored cake 'gatha', honey cake 'pakhlava' and lots more.
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