Armenia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed and “Do Not Travel” areas updated. Exercise increased caution in Armenia due to areas of armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk.
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Yes, Armenia is generally safe at night. The country has a low crime rate and the people are friendly and welcoming. However, it is still important to take the usual precautions when travelling at night, such as avoiding dark alleys and being aware of your surroundings.
For monasteries, women are meant to wear a dress and cover their heads. Men should wear long trousers. We saw local women wearing trousers and tourists (including us) wearing shorts without any issues. It is probably safest to bring alternative clothes in case someone objects to your attire.
The best time to explore Armenia is from May to September, as it rarely rains at this time and the temperatures are the most pleasant. July and August are the warmest months, while January is the coldest. July also has the most hours of sunshine, as the sun shines here for a full 11.6 hours a day.
Take a local bus to get from city to city in ArmeniaBut it's still quite easy to get around the country. To get from city to city, we recommend you take the larger buses (marshrutkas). Most will be to and from Yerevan, but you can find them to other close-by cities as well.
Just nine miles west of Yerevan, Armenia's capital city, Zvartnots International Airport (EVN) handles all cheap flights to Armenia. Major carriers include Aeroflot, Lufthansa, Air France, Czech Airlines and Iran Air.
Arrival to ArmeniaForeigners enter the territory of the Republic of Armenia through border-control points. For entry, a foreigner must have a valid passport, entry visa or a document of residency status unless Armenian laws or international agreements define no other procedure.
One of the main things that expatriates and tourists notice when they first arrive in Armenia is the warm hospitality and kindness of the locals. Armenians are known for their generosity, friendliness and enthusiasm to share their culture with others.