Yerevan: Private Medieval Citadels Tour with Guide

Explore the medieval citadels of Bjni and Amberd on a private tour from Yerevan. Visit the Armenian Alphabet Monument and the Yezidi shepherds’ highland camp.
Begin your journey with a visit to Bjni Fortress, built by the influential Pahlavuni noble family to protect the surrounding settlement. Learn about a unique defense method where the fortress walls merge seamlessly with the cliffside. Explore massive double defensive walls, the inner citadel, and a wide underground passage. Discuss the events of the late 14th century, when the fortress was captured and partially destroyed by Tamerlane. Try Bjni’s famous mineral water directly from a natural spring.

Next, drive to the eastern slope of Mount Aragats to visit the Armenian Alphabet Monument, featuring 39 stone sculptures shaped as the letters of the Armenian script. Talk about the origins of tuff — Armenia’s iconic volcanic stone — and how it was used to build houses, temples, and medieval fortresses.

Stop at a seasonal camp of Yezidi shepherds, an ethno-religious Kurdish group who preserved their ancient traditions and pre-Islamic beliefs. Get an authentic insight into their lifestyle and customs. (Available May–November)

Finally, head high into the mountains to the iconic Amberd Fortress, dramatically perched in a deep canyon between two rivers. Explore the medieval citadel and princely residence, the ruins of cisterns, baths, and water systems, and scenic viewpoints perfect for photos on the edge of steep cliffs. In winter, due to weather conditions, Amberd may be replaced with Dashtadem Fortress or you can choose a full refund if you do not accept the change

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