Journey Through Armenia: A Tale of Ancient Wonders & Modern Charms 📚 This guide is based on thorough research from official tourism and government sources rather than a personal visit. Written by Debarun Sana. Armenia sits tucked into the South Caucasus, one of the oldest civilizations in the world and the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion, in 301 AD. That history shows up everywhere — rugged mountains cradling centuries-old monasteries, Soviet-era architecture sitting beside a genuinely lively café culture, and a wine tradition that predates recorded history by thousands of years. This 7-day route runs from the pink-stone capital of Yerevan out through the country's ancient temples, alpine lake, and wine valleys. Day 1: Yerevan — The Pink City Most trips start in Yerevan, arriving through Zvartnots International Airport with the surrounding mountains visible on descent. The city's most immediately obvious feature is archite...