Zvartnots Cathedral, just outside Etchmiadzin (Vagharshapat), is an important archaeological site in Armenia.
Vagharshapat (Վաղարշապատ), more commonly known as Etchmiadzin (Էջմիածին), is the spiritual capital of Armenia and the headquarters of the Armenian Apostolic Church. It’s also spelled Echmiadzin of Ejmiatsin.
The Cascade Complex is one of the most popular attractions in Yerevan. It connects the city center with Victory Park.
The Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex sits on the hill of Tsitsernakaberd west of the city center of Yerevan. The complex is a must for any visitor to Armenia, and is likely to be an emotional and educational experience.
The Şanlıurfa Museum and Haleplibahçe Mosaic Museum are two of the finest in Turkey. They’re located just west of the old town of Urfa.
Göbekli Tepe, also written Göbeklitepe, is a Neolithic archaeological site in Southeastern Anatolia. It may be the world’s oldest temple complex.
Mardin is a fascinating city in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s known for its stone architecture and ethnic diversity.
Midyat is a town in the heart of the Tur Abdin in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s known for its old town full of beautiful stone buildings.
Hasankeyf is a town on the banks of the Tigris River in Southeastern Anatolia. It has a rich history that has now been submerged as part of the Ilısu Dam project.
Batman is a city in Southeastern Anatolia. It has little to offer visitors, but I couldn’t help seeing a city that shares a name with a certain superhero.