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Arshaluis Village - Ejmiatsin – Zvartnoc - Parakar Village
Start the day with breakfast, followed by a visit to a local Ceramic Studio for a hands-on clay art masterclass, where guests can create and leave behind their own masterpiece. Next, explore a local market offering fresh fruits, dried fruits, and homemade sweets. The journey continues to Arshaluis Village in the Armavir region, where you'll visit the studio of renowned sculptor and painter Rouben Nalbandyan, whose work is showcased in exhibitions worldwide. There, you will also visit his art school, view a children's painting exhibition, and enjoy a coffee break with homemade sweets. The tour then moves to the centuries-old landmarks of Ejmiatsin and Zvartnots, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Founded in 303, the Cathedral of Ejmiatsin is the official residence of the Catholicos of Armenia, and Zvartnots Temple, built in the 7th century by Catholicos Nerses the Builder, showcases stunning ancient architecture. Afterward, head to Parakar Village for lunch at a local house, where a cooking masterclass of traditional Armenian desserts, including "gata" and "sudzukh," will be led by a well-known Armenian TV personality. Guests who participate will receive gifts and enjoy homemade liquor. Later you will be returned to your hotel in Yerevan,