  Armenia’s Gyumri a top affordable destination for Russians in May March 6, 2018 - 13:49 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The second largest Armenian city of Gyumri is among the most accessible destinations for Russians for the May holidays. AiF.ru, together with travel services Skyscanner and Biletix chose interesting and budget destinations for Russian tourists to travel during two May weekends. Armenia is visa-free (and inexpensive) destination is, famous for its barbecue, lavash and brandy. Gyumri is the second largest city in the republic, which is located near the border with Turkey. The publication cites the low cost of air tickets and hotel accommodation, as well as the visa-free travel option for Russians among the advantages of taking a trip to Armenia. From the host of sites in Gyumri, Skyscanner's development manager in Russia Dmitry Khavansky singles out the city market where Armenian delicacies are sold, the Liberty Square which is beautifully illuminated in the evening, the vernissage, the alley of khachkars and the Theater Square. If you stay in Armenia for a couple more days, the article says, you can reach Lake Sevan from Gyumri in 2.5 hours. Russian budget carrier Pobeda Airlines offer cheap flights from Moscow to Gyumri.  Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Erdogan wants “realistic road map” for relations with Armenia  Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for a “new realistic road map” for relations with Armenia.Armenia-Azerbaijan: Experts launch work on determining coordinates Expert groups from the countries started the process of determining the coordinates based on geodetic measurements.Yerevan says did not expect CSTO in peacekeeping role Pashinyan has declared that the CSTO would be expected to come to the Armenia-Azerbaijan border as an ally of ArmeniaHenrikh Mkhitaryan wins Serie A title with Inter Inter Milan midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan admits that the team have long been imagining clinching Serie A against AC Milan. |
