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The Cathedral of Talin is situated in the southern boundaries of Talin region of the Aragatzotn province. Its construction is ascribed to the Kamsarakan noble house. Departure to Gyumri. Walking down the beautiful streets of Gyumri: a city which has changed its name several times. Initially it was called Kumayri, later Alexandrapol. After that it used to call Leninakan and finally Gyumri. Explore the oldest street of crafts and see the oldest office of hairdresser’s. This city is the second largest city of Armenia. It is located on a distance of about 120 km away from Yerevan and is located on the bank of Akhurian River. While exploring Gyumri we will visit art Gallery of Aslamazyan Sisters who are usually associated with Frida Calo. Drive to Harichavank Monastery is located near the village Harich, Shirak. The monastery consists of several buildings the oldest one of which dates back to the 7th century or even earlier (the exact dates of construction are unknown). This church is named after St. Gregory the Illuminator, who founded Christianity in Armenia. Our last stop will be at Marmarashen Monastery, which consists of five churches, two of which are nearly ruins. The main church of the monastic complex is Katoghike. A long inscription engraved on the south facade of the church mentions that the monastery was founded during 988-1029 by Prince Vahram Pahlavuni, the lord of Amberd fortress, also the sparapet (commander-in-chief) of the army of the Armenian kings of Ani. Drive back to Yerevan.
