Autumn in Armenia

As Albert Camus once said “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower”. 

 

If you are a summer lover, you will probably feel anxious about it coming to an end. You will feel panic in autumn and consider it to be a depressing season. It is no wonder that you will not notice the beautiful and colorful sides of it.

Sincerely speaking, autumn is high time to refresh your mind, start to travel and discover the most outstanding parts of the world that are more beautiful in this season.

In this article, we have gathered for you the most attractive facts about Armenian autumn. Start reading the article and appreciate this colorful season.

Autumn in Armenia 

There are many reasons why autumn is considered to be the best time to travel to Armenia. Autumn in Armenia is fantastic with its colors and pleasant weather. In this season, the weather is not too cold and not too hot, averaging between +23 -+27 C. The smell of healthful fruits and vegetables and the vibrant colors of leaves make the autumn exciting. 

Autumn in Armenia as in many other countries is a high time for harvest. This means that being in Armenia on this time of the year will give you opportunity to taste a large variety of fruits and vegetables. If you want you can also take part in the harvesting and collect the crops by yourself.

Autumn is also a season when the grapes are collected for making wine. According to ethnographers, the tradition of wine making has its roots in Armenia and has been developed by winemakers since ancient times. 

During this time of the year a lot of wine festivals are being held which will help you to get acquainted with wine making traditions of Armenia. One of the biggest wine festivals called “Areni Wine“ takes place every year in October in Areni village. During this festival, guests can taste wine made from Areni grape, listen to national songs and participate in competitions.

Other great festivals taking place in autumn are Armenian Independence Day (September 21) and Erebuni-Yerevan (October). These two celebrations are very special for Armenians who celebrate them with a festive mood gathering in a city center. Almost every part of the city is filled with good music and you just can not feel bored. 

Although there are many festivals to enjoy in Armenia during autumn, you can also find another way to spend your holidays. If you are a true nature lover and want to have an adventure in Armenian mountains and forests during autumn, then this article is right for you. 

The must-visit destinations in Armenia during autumn

People who have been to Tavush region in autumn, speak about it with special excitement. During autumn this region looks like a place from a fairy-tale. It is rich with lakes, forests and historical-architectural monuments. 

To explore the nature of Tavush in autumn, you can choose the Hike from Lake Parz to village Gosh. Tavush is full of forests, lakes and beautiful views. It is a great way to be in the different parts of this region during the hike. You will see lake Parz, village Gosh, Goshavank monastery and walk through the colorful forests. 

This hike will also give you an opportunity to explore the culture of Armenia. During the hike you will see Goshavank monastery which is one of the most important historical monuments in Armenia. It is a medieval monastery complex named after Mkhitar Gosh who was an Armenian historian, writer and teacher. In the 12th and 13th centuries, Goshavank became one of the most famous religious and scholarly centers in medieval Armenia.  

Except the forests and lakes there are many places to enjoy autumn in Tavush. One of them is The Cave of Lastiver  which can be both autumn and winter destination for travelers. Just make sure whether you want to experience life in a cave, live one day without electricity and internet and then choose this destination. Visiting Lastiver is a great idea to be a part of the eye-catching nature and breathe fresh air from astonishing forests. 

The ones who are searching for new adventures in Tavush can visit the Yell Extreme Park and combine it with the hike to Lastiver. The Park is located in the heart of the Ijevan mountains and offers its visitors a wide range of activities such as paragliding, zip-line, horseback riding and a lot more.

Autumn can also be the best time for climbing a mountain 

Autumn is a suitable season for climbing mountains. Firstly, it is deeply connected with the weather conditions. As we already know, autumn in Armenia is very mild and during this season we enjoy stable and pleasant weather conditions. This means that the season allows the hikers to climb some mountains avoiding cold temperatures and strong winds. There are some mountains in Armenia you can climb during this season.  

For example, mount Ara located in Kotayk province is a great idea for that. It is an extinct volcano between the rivers Qasagh and Hrazdan. There is a breathtaking view of Ararat and Aragats mountains from this mountain. From the top you can also see the Geghama mountain range with its numerous volcanoes. Even if you are not an experienced hiker but want to climb a mountain, Ara can be a great option for you as it is not challenging. However, on the top of the summit you will feel the uniqueness and enjoy the perfect views of the place.

Armenia is attractive and beautiful in every season. But there are some destinations you should visit during autumn in order to feel autumn’s magic and merge with it. There are a wide range of ideal destinations in Armenia to travel. Choose a destination and enjoy autumn in Armenia.  

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