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  • #11
    Re: When to go to Armenia?

    Originally posted by Armanen View Post
    Yes, it is safe to go running, especially in Kentron. Yerevan is quite safe and in comparison to world cities is much safer than one would expect given all of Armenia's socio-economic issues. You will get looks from people because it is not common for people to go running in the streets of Yerevan. Traffic starts around 9, a little later on weekends. If you want a nice and wooded area, but not too deserted, go to the park at Monument and run there.
    I thought it would be. Or at least I didn't think it would be as worrisome as if I were a tourist in any other city. But you know... I'm a woman, it would be relatively early or late/deserted time, I'd be a dead giveaway as a tourist, etc., so I figured it's worth soliciting opinions on.
    You said it's not common for people to go running in the streets. Where do they run? Are there trails? I would prefer that to the roads if there are! How large is the park? You're talking about Haghtanak park or where the genocide museum is?

    Are there any that go through the forests of paradise, like this?!



    April-June is the best time to go if fruits are what you are wanting to taste. The weather in Yerevan is not bad yet either, and it doesn't rain too much. August is the most expensive time to travel, period. September isn't all that expensive in comparison.
    Yes, fruit and good weather for travel/sightseeing. I think I'll stick with June and start with trying to make the flight arrangements.
    I should have tons more questions, I'm sure, as I start to make arrangements and begin the more detailed planning. I hope you'll check back in! Thanks for your advice!
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    • #12
      Re: When to go to Armenia?

      I can't be a stranger sight than sprinting Santas!

      Can anyone find a race in June?
      I read about a triathlon (not in June anyway), but I don't really cycle and it's a miracle if I can make any forward movement at all swimming .


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      • #13
        Re: When to go to Armenia?

        Originally posted by Siggie View Post
        I thought it would be. Or at least I didn't think it would be as worrisome as if I were a tourist in any other city. But you know... I'm a woman, it would be relatively early or late/deserted time, I'd be a dead giveaway as a tourist, etc., so I figured it's worth soliciting opinions on.
        You said it's not common for people to go running in the streets. Where do they run? Are there trails? I would prefer that to the roads if there are! How large is the park? You're talking about Haghtanak park or where the genocide museum is?

        Are there any that go through the forests of paradise, like this?!

        Well people in Armenia don't run much unless its for another sport, as in, if they are playing soccer. Sadly, exercising is just now starting to develop in Armenia. You won't be a total oddity running in the streets, but you're correct, it would be a dead give away that you are a tourista. Yes, I was referring to Victory Park. There are no trails like in the photo above, but there are paved walk ways and there are enough trees to give you shade and a cool atmosphere to exercise. Plus you are close to Cascade, so if you are really wanting to do a hard cardio workout, run up from the bottom of Cascade to the top.


        Yes, fruit and good weather for travel/sightseeing. I think I'll stick with June and start with trying to make the flight arrangements.
        I should have tons more questions, I'm sure, as I start to make arrangements and begin the more detailed planning. I hope you'll check back in! Thanks for your advice!
        Book early. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have. And if you decide you need a driver to show you around, but not charge too much, I know someone whom I can refer. I'm not here that much so send me a private message me if you wish to get a hold of me.
        For the first time in more than 600 years, Armenia is free and independent, and we are therefore obligated
        to place our national interests ahead of our personal gains or aspirations.



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        • #14
          Re: When to go to Armenia?

          Originally posted by Armanen View Post
          Well people in Armenia don't run much unless its for another sport, as in, if they are playing soccer. Sadly, exercising is just now starting to develop in Armenia. You won't be a total oddity running in the streets, but you're correct, it would be a dead give away that you are a tourista. Yes, I was referring to Victory Park. There are no trails like in the photo above, but there are paved walk ways and there are enough trees to give you shade and a cool atmosphere to exercise. Plus you are close to Cascade, so if you are really wanting to do a hard cardio workout, run up from the bottom of Cascade to the top.

          I'm happy to report the photo above is of a trail in Artsakh! Hopefully this is the start of a trend towards getting these trails mapped and marked so that they can be used! It would be such an amazing way to see the country.



          Originally posted by Armanen View Post
          Book early. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have. And if you decide you need a driver to show you around, but not charge too much, I know someone whom I can refer. I'm not here that much so send me a private message me if you wish to get a hold of me.
          I appreciate that! Merci shad!
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          • #15
            Re: When to go to Armenia?

            Originally posted by Siggie View Post
            I'm happy to report the photo above is of a trail in Artsakh! Hopefully this is the start of a trend towards getting these trails mapped and marked so that they can be used! It would be such an amazing way to see the country.
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            • #16
              Re: When to go to Armenia?

              Originally posted by Federate View Post
              http://www.janapar.org/wiki/Main_Page
              Yeah. That's where I got the photo. The maps suck though.
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              • #17
                Re: When to go to Armenia?

                Originally posted by Siggie View Post
                Yeah. That's where I got the photo. The maps suck though.
                Contact Raffi Kojian for more info on this.
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                • #18
                  Re: When to go to Armenia?

                  Originally posted by Federate View Post
                  Contact Raffi Kojian for more info on this.
                  For what info?



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                  And... wth? Grrr!

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