Yerevan on the Silk Road: Between Persia and Byzantium

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Yerevan is often called the pink city of the Soviet era, but beneath its modern surface lies a medieval and Persian past. This walking tour uncovers a 14th-century mausoleum tucked right beneath a modern building, visits the city's only surviving pre-Mongol church, and explores what remains of the historic Firdus district. Led by historian and science journalist Anna Grebennikova. Meeting point: near Katoghike Church (around 15 Abovyan St). Duration: approx. 2.5 hours. Kids and pets are welcome. Payment in cash. Dress warmly and bring an umbrella. Registration via the form at lancoworking.am.

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A coworking space and coffee shop in Yerevan that regularly hosts cultural and community events — film screenings, lectures and literary talks, workshops, quizzes, courses, and family-friendly activities.

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Yerevan on the Silk Road: Between Persia and Byzantium

Translated

Yerevan is often called the pink city of the Soviet era, but beneath its modern surface lies a medieval and Persian past. This walking tour uncovers a 14th-century mausoleum tucked right beneath a modern building, visits the city's only surviving pre-Mongol church, and explores what remains of the historic Firdus district. Led by historian and science journalist Anna Grebennikova. Meeting point: near Katoghike Church (around 15 Abovyan St). Duration: approx. 2.5 hours. Kids and pets are welcome. Payment in cash. Dress warmly and bring an umbrella. Registration via the form at lancoworking.am.

Organizer

A coworking space and coffee shop in Yerevan that regularly hosts cultural and community events — film screenings, lectures and literary talks, workshops, quizzes, courses, and family-friendly activities.