Kukurus today - after demolition of the hotel tower and the adjacent curved building.
Kukurus then - the tower already starting to be demolished.
Closer view of the above - the plan for this location is yet another unaffordable luxury hotel.
Arno Babajanyan is one of the greatest Armenian music geniuses of all time. Born in January of 1921, he passed away on November 11 of 1983. His history is very unique in a sense that at age five he was discovered by Aram Khachatryan (famous Armenian composer) who suggested to Arno’s mathematician father for Arno to study music. As a result he was admitted to the Yerevan Conservatory’s Gifted Children’s group. Following that, he moved to Moscow and continued his musical studies there including mastery of piano. Throughout his career he has produced many concertos and more contemporary music which is cherished by all even today.
A sculpture of him was created by sculptor David Bejanyan and placed in Yerevan in 2003 with much controversy as to its nature. Some say it’s too caricature like and not worthy of him, never-the-less, he will always be remembered as one of the greatest Armenian composers and by his unforgettable music.
To hear some of his music visit here or here. There are also talks about opening an Arno Babajanyan Museum in Yerevan.
Gate by Marriott hotel, restaurant.
A square in Yerevan.

2008 Screen Saver
Ambert - a few photos
2007 Weekly Collection and slide show
Yerevan 2007

How often do you see a bird's nest like this? It's a beautiful sight to see this anywhere, you can actually see the chick.

This nest is located near the village of Oshakan.
Astvatsatsin church by the Akhurian river reservoir
The dome of the church

The main entrance to the church

All around the Republic Square (Hrabarak) in Yerevan

(Collection of 11 photos)
Looking down on the caravansary near Djrapi and Astvatsatsin church
The remnant of the caravansary
The remnant of the caravansary
The remnant of the caravansary
A horseback near the caravansary
City of Vanadzor, Armenia - P A N O R A M A
In the village of Oshagan
Statue of Mesrob Mashtots in Oshagan
Ani from Armenia
Former water reservoir on top of a mountain with good view of Ani
Views of the medieval capital Ani as seen from the Armenian side
Cinema Nairi
Behind the statue of Mother Armenia
Busy street
Side walk
Approaching Victory Park
Northern Avenue today (July 2008) - Click on photo for more

Americana at Brand, Glendale, CA - Click photo for picture collection or HERE for the slide show, HERE for a short move clip.

At a cost of 400 million dollars and two years in construction, it occupies a portion of land between Brand Blvd., Central Ave., Colorado Blvd, and nearing Broadway Blvd. The project includes a trolley circling the area, high end stores like Guess and Calvin Klein, many regular shops and kiosks, several restaurants, ice cream and coffee shops, a children's playground, and a Movie theater. It is sure to be an attraction for all Angelinos as well as tourists with its nice environment, classy and charming atmosphere. It is also home to many who would reside in its 100 luxurious condominiums and 238 luxurious apartments. On May 2nd it was officially opened to the public.

For more information on this location visit Americana at Brand
Inauguration Day saw a festivity with 15 hot air balloons in the main square of Yerevan that went on to the evening hours.
Armenia Nature
Akhtala Monastery - Click on photo for more
Temple of Garni
Garni Temple inside
At the bathhouse of Garni Temple
Souvenir stands at Garni. Some sell wild animal skins too (much to our regret)
Monastery of Kecharis consists of several small and large structures built over 1000 years ago and extended to the 13th century. This complex is another must see while in Armenia where you can feel the history. The church is now in the city of Tsakhgadzor, it was not the case when it was first built.
Monastery of Haghbat is located in the lush mountainous areas of Northern Armenia near Alaverdi. This is one of the three in the immediate area. Visiting this monastery is very entertaining as many of the locals would passionately tell you about its history which in itself is very interesting to hear.
Haghpat Monastery (click on photo for more)
Noravank (click on photo for more)
Jermuk Falls
On the way to Jermuk
Geghart monastery
Kecharis Monastery - Saint Gregory the Illuminator interior virtual reality panorama
Nature close up
Church of Saint Stepanos (Stephanos) is located by the village of Kosh. It has been neglected and the roof does not exist any more as is visible in the photos.
Spitak 2007
View near the rest stop on the way to Spitak and beyond.
Updated 3D photo gallery is now easier to look at. Look individually or as a slide show both in large size and small size.
Garni Gorge.
Shopping in famous Vernisaj of Yerevan.
Haghardzin
Haghardzin Interior Virtual Reality
Etchmiadzin under the gate
Sculpture in the Cascade
Sculpture by Stepan Taryan
A Plaque honoring Sayad Nova
Another artwork
In and around in Yerevan

Tatev Monastery - Click on thumbnail for gallery or here for Slide Show

Tatev Monastery is located in South-East of Armenia, in the area of ancient Armenian Syunik, not far from city of Goris and 280km away from Yerevan. It was founded in 9th century and became the political center of Syunik principality. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tatev)

Tsaghkadzor
Tsaghkadzor
Goris as seen from above

Northern Avenue

Although many of the building are not finished yet, it is apparent that this avenue is going to be really beautiful when finished. Many of the buildings have hints of Armenian architecture with modern design; also native stones are used extensively. Once finished, it will be a very desirable location with offices, apartments and stores on both sides of this pedestrian avenue.
New addition to Etchmiadzin where baptisms are performed.
View from Saghmosa Vank
Train bridge as seen from the Debed river gorge
Giant khatchkar near the village of Kosh
Remnant of Kobayr Monastery
Yerevan
Yerevan
Yerevan
This large hall connects to the Amenaprkitch church and a larger gavit of St. Astvatsadzin church. At the time this VR was taken, a German documentary team was at work, hence the equipment. The Sanahin Monastery is an official UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Kievyan bridge over Hrazdan bridge, Advertising and informational signs are on every light post on both sides.
View from top of the hill where Genocide Memorial is. Looking at part of the Sport Complex. Yerevan Lake in the background and mount Ararat further back covered in clouds.
Sergei Parajanov (Sarkis Paradjanian) was born in 1924 in Georgia. He was one of the best known film directors in the Soviet Union. Parajanov was inprisonned in a labor camp in 1973 for frivolous reasons; he was released four years later. The museum is in the house that was built for him, unfortunately he did not live long enough to see it finished, he died of cancer in Yerevan, in 1990. The house is now called Parajanov Museum and is open to the public.
Windsurfers on lake sevan.
View of the Lake Sevan peninsula as seen from our katamaran ride.
Clouds coming over the mountains near Lake Sevan.
ArmenianPages Weekly Photos 2008
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