Must See: Armenia, The Historical, Notable and Not-So-Traditional Sites of Our Homeland
Ani and Maro are two friends who met in Armenia and proceeded to have wild adventures together. At times they have dared called themselves archeologists, sociologists, modern-day explorers, gastro-bloggers and socialites. Today they merely call themselves freelancers.
I Was Told There’d Be It π
The way I remember it, the first time I went to Karahunj there wasn’t even a road. It was my very first time in Armenia, everything was brand new, and the constant overload of sensory experience for three months renders my memory suspect when it tells me that we veered off the main highway into a field and all we had to guide us was our driver’s infallible sense of direction
Can Armenia’s Economy Thrive on Services
There is no shortage of recent success stories about national economies skipping the development of a large manufacturing sector and instead building a prosperous economy on a robust services industry alone.
More To See Outside of Yerevan
Dilijan and Parz Lich: Located in Northern Armenia, Dilijan is like the Armenian Alps. Check out the beautiful old wooden homes in Old Dilijan or take a hike around the crystalline Parz Lich.
Welcome To Javakhk
Most Armenians in Javakhk live in villages, farm to survive and celebrate traditions to preserve their culture. They are a nationalistic people, passionate about their Armenian history and language. They are also fearless in protecting their rights, as any human across the globe should be. But within the last decade, the Georgian government has suffocated these Armenians with discrimination and economic fear.
Haytoug Blog
Armenia’s Independence Belongs to YOU
This day belongs to Armenian heroes. To the farmer who feeds our nation. To the mother who cares for our young. To the teacher who educates our students. To the baby who represents our future. To the worker who builds our roads. To the freedom fighter who gave us our Independence. And yes – this day also belongs to you. ...
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Interviews
Ruben Hakhverdyan
On February 13, 2011 the AYF brought legendary singer and poet, Ruben Hakhverdyan, to downtown Los Angeles’ famous Orpheum Theatre for a one-night only performance....
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Featured
Must See: Armenia, The Historical, Notable and Not-So-Traditional Sites of Our Homeland
Ani and Maro are two friends who met in Armenia and proceeded to have wild adventures together. At times they have dared called themselves archeologists,...
Open Letter To The Armenian Diaspora
We are representatives of various environmental groups, writing this message to Spyurq, Armenia...The People of Armenia desperately need the voice and actions of Spyurq. ...
“I want for Armenians what I want for Kurds’: An interview with Mayor Abdullah Demirbas
Abdullah Demirbas is a man on a mission. The mayor of Diyarbakir’s central district strives to restore some of the city’s multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character...
Կուկըլ: Top 10 Stops in Yerevan, Armenia
These are the top ten sites every one traveling to Armenia must visit. ...
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Arts & Culture
Khatchkars
Erected adjacent to the entrance of newly established cities and churches, or to commemorate military victories, khatchkars (cross-stones) have traditionally signified genesis....
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Book Review
‘Yes We Have’: Stories of Armenian-American Discoveries
Stepan Partamian’s “Yes We Have” is not a single story but a compilation of various stories about the incredible Armenians who changed American history through...
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Editorial
Discovering Ourselves, Discovering Armenia
For young Armenians today, our homeland can be seen in many different ways. It is seen by some, as a destination visited on a family vacation, or with a graduating class. Comparable to a coming-of-age Euro trip, these visits despite being limited in scope and depth, can spark an initial connection to a far-away land.To others, Armenia evokes romantic sentiments of a hallowed land, almost too pristine to be real. Captivated by flawless mental imagery, they may be too apprehensive to see it, lest they leave disappointed by reality. ...
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