Jermuk Waterfall is the second highest waterfall in Armenia (68 meters high) and is located in the Vayots Dzor region in the resort town of Jermuk. It flows into the Arpa River gorge creating a stunning sight that resembles transparent hair hanging from the rocks. For this reason people also call it "Mermaid's Hair." According to legend a beautiful princess used to throw her long hair down the cliff every day for her lover to climb up. When her father the king found out he c

Perched on the edge of a deep canyon in the Vayots Dzor region Noravank is one of the most impressive monuments of medieval Armenian architecture. Built in the 13th-14th centuries this monastic complex is famous for its unique two-story Surb Astvatsatsin (Burtelashen) church whose narrow and angular exterior stairs lead to the second floor. Noravank is inseparably linked with the name of the genius sculptor and architect Momik whose bas-reliefs—especially the depiction of God

In 2008 during archaeological excavations in the Areni-1 (Bird's) cave in the Vayots Dzor region a shoe was discovered that changed perceptions of primitive man's lifestyle and clothing. The find dates back to 3500-3600 BC (the Eneolithic period). 1. Construction and Material Material:  The shoe is made from a single piece of cowhide. It is cut to wrap around the foot and is secured with leather laces passing through more than forty eyelets. Stuffing:  The inside of the shoe