Gyumri also called Alexnadrapol, Lenninakan is the second largest city in Armenia. It is situated 126 km from Yerevan (the capital of the Republic of Armenia). It lies in the northwestern part of Armenia in the central Shirak Highland. It sits 1550 feet above sea level. Gyumri is associated with incredible humor, culture, and talented people. In this article, we'll try to tell you about the importance of this city and show you the inconsistency of the city.

Van Ardi is a family winery in the ancient winemaking region of Aragatsotn. At Van Ardi, they are driven by passion and give love to every step of the process. The estate is a sacred place, where positive energy, biodynamic grape-growing and an exchange of experiences are highly valued. They produce still wines, with a focus on indigenous Armenian varieties. Since the start of the production in 2013 they have achieved immediate success with international medals and love from their consumers. Van Ardi means "the Sun of Van", which is their way of paying tribute and being inspired by Armenia's long winemaking history and the family's ancestry from Van. The goal of Van Ardi is to continue to put Armenia on the global wine map with unique, high-quality wines, and their vision is to develop wine culture in Armenia, through tours and events.

When you’re pondering your next trip, you are unlikely to book Armenia. The country has wrongly been overlooked as a go-to destination for tourists. But if you visit, you will find a rich cultural heritage where ancient sights and delicious food abound. Throw in the friendly atmosphere (and copious opportunities for extreme sports) and it’s clear that Armenia’s reputation is due for a change. Here are the top 10 reasons to visit Armenia.

Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory(BAO) was founded in 1946 on the initiative of academician Victor Hambartsumian, who became the first director of the observatory. It is located on the picturesque southern slope of the mountain Aragatz.