Aghtamar Cathedral
Aghtamar Cathedral (Armenian: Սուրբ Խաչ եկեղեցի, Surp Khachʿ egeghetsʿi, meaning Cathedral of the Holy Cross; Turkish: Akdamar Kilisesi) is a medieval Armenian Apostolic cathedral located on Akdamar Island in Lake…
Sanahin Monastery
Sanahin Monastery (Armenian: Սանահինի վանք, Sanahini vank) is a prominent 10th-century Armenian monastic complex located in the Lori Province. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated not only for…
Odzun Church
Odzun Church (Armenian: Օձունի Սուրբ Աստվածածին եկեղեցի, Odzuni Surb Astvatsatsin yekeghetsi, meaning Holy Mother of God Church) is one of Armenia’s oldest and most historically significant Christian basilicas. Located in…
Van Citadel
Van Citadel (Turkish: Van Kalesi; Armenian: Վանի Բերդ, Vani Berd), also known as Van Fortress, is a massive stone fortification built by the ancient Kingdom of Urartu between the 9th…
Erebuni Fortress
Erebuni Fortress (also known as Arin Berd, meaning “Fortress of Blood,” or “Fortress of the Eagles”) is a significant archaeological site located in Yerevan, Armenia. Dating back to 782 BC,…
Areni-1 Cave
Areni-1 Cave (also known as “Birds’ Cave” or Trchuneri in Armenian) is a multi-chambered karstic cave located in the Vayots Dzor Province of southern Armenia. This archaeological site has gained…
Noravank Monastery
Noravank (Armenian: Նորավանք, literally “new monastery”) is a breathtaking 13th-century Armenian monastery complex. It’s renowned for its intricate architectural details, its unique two-storey church, and its stunning setting amidst the…
Mount Aragats
Mount Aragats (Armenian: Արագած, Aragats) is an isolated, four-peaked stratovolcano massif in Armenia. It is the highest point in both Armenia and the Lesser Caucasus range, standing as a prominent…
Etchmiadzin Cathedral
Etchmiadzin Cathedral (Armenian: Էջմիածնի Մայր Տաճար, Ēǰmiaçni mayr tač̣ar), also known as the Mother Cathedral of Holy Etchmiadzin, is the pre-eminent spiritual and administrative center of the Armenian Apostolic Church….
Khor Virap Monastery
Khor Virap Monastery (Armenian: Խոր Վիրապ, meaning “deep dungeon”) is one of Armenia’s most historically and spiritually significant monastic complexes. Located in the Ararat Plain, near the border with Turkey,…
Zvartnots Cathedral
Zvartnots Cathedral (Armenian: Զուարթնոց, Zvartnots), meaning “place of celestial angels” or “heavenly host,” is a remarkable 7th-century Armenian cathedral, now largely in ruins. Located near Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin) in Armenia’s Armavir…
Tatev Monastery
Tatev Monastery (Armenian: Տաթևի վանք, Tat’evi vank’) is a magnificent 9th-century Armenian Apostolic Christian monastery located in the Syunik Province of southeastern Armenia. Perched dramatically on a large basalt plateau,…
Republic Square
Republic Square is the central square of Yerevan, the capital city of Armenia. It is a monumental and iconic landmark, serving as the city’s main urban and cultural hub, renowned…
Geghard Monastery
Geghard Monastery (Armenian: Գեղարդի վանք, Geghardi vank) is an extraordinary medieval monastery in Armenia, partially carved out of the adjacent mountain and surrounded by towering cliffs. It’s a UNESCO World…
Garni Temple
The Temple of Garni is a classical colonnaded structure located in the village of Garni, Armenia. It stands as the only largely preserved Hellenistic building in the former Soviet Union…
Dilijan
Dilijan (Armenian: Դիլիջան) is a picturesque spa town and urban municipal community nestled within the lush forests of Dilijan National Park in Armenia. Often referred to as the “Switzerland of…
Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan (Armenian: Սևանա լիճ, Sevana lich) is the largest body of water in both Armenia and the Caucasus region. Often called the “Jewel of Armenia,” it’s one of the…
Yas Island
Yas Island is a premier leisure and entertainment destination in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This man-made island is a hub of world-class attractions, luxurious resorts, and diverse entertainment options,…
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a thrilling, mostly indoor theme park located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park and…
Louvre Abu Dhabi
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a groundbreaking art and civilization museum located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Opened in 2017, it is the first universal museum…
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a magnificent and iconic mosque located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. It is the country’s largest mosque and…
Museum of the Future
The Museum of the Future (MOTF) is an iconic and visionary landmark located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Opened in February 2022, it’s not a museum in the traditional sense,…
Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah is an iconic artificial archipelago off the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shaped like a colossal palm tree, it’s a testament to human ingenuity and a global…
Dubai Mall
The Dubai Mall is a colossal shopping, entertainment, and leisure destination located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Opened in 2008, it is one of the largest malls in the world…
Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa is a megatall skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and holds the title of the world’s tallest structure. Opened in 2010, it’s a mixed-use building designed to…
Bin Matar House
Bin Matar House is a beautifully restored traditional Bahraini house in Muharraq, offering a captivating glimpse into the island’s rich pearling legacy and traditional architecture. Once the residence and majlis…
Al-Qudaibiya Palace
Al-Qudaibiya Palace, also known as Gudaibiya Palace, is a significant palace located in Manama, Bahrain. It serves as a major political hub for the Kingdom, hosting important government meetings and…
United Tower Bahrain
The United Tower is a distinctive skyscraper located in Bahrain Bay, Manama, Bahrain. Completed in 2016, it’s an architectural marvel renowned for its unique twisting design and its multi-use concept,…
Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay
The Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay is a luxurious urban resort situated on its own private island in Manama, Bahrain. Opened in 2015, it’s an architectural statement known for its…
Bahrain World Trade Center
The Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC) is a striking twin-tower skyscraper complex located in Manama, Bahrain. Completed in 2008, it’s globally recognized as the first skyscraper in the world to…