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Yerevan, Armenia
Your home base for 6 weeks of work. Explore the Republic Square, try khorovats and lavash in the evenings, and wander the buzzing Vernissage market on weekends you stay local.
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Tbilisi, Georgia
Just a 5-hour drive or cheap flight from Yerevan. Stroll the Old Town, cross the Bridge of Peace, and don't miss khinkali dumplings and a glass of natural Georgian wine in the Abanotubani sulfur bath district.
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Baku, Azerbaijan
A fascinating contrast of old and futuristic — the UNESCO-listed Old City sits beside the flame-shaped Heydar Aliyev Center. Note that Armenian passport holders may face entry issues; check visa requirements carefully before planning this trip.
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Tehran, Iran
Accessible by a short flight from Yerevan. Visit the Golestan Palace, browse the Grand Bazaar, and try ghormeh sabzi and tahdig. Check your nationality's visa requirements in advance as rules vary.
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Cappadocia, Türkiye
Fly from Yerevan to Kayseri or Nevşehir for a surreal landscape of fairy chimneys and cave hotels. An early morning hot air balloon ride over the valleys is unmissable, and the underground cities of Derinkuyu are extraordinary.
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Istanbul, Türkiye
A short direct flight from Yerevan opens up one of the world's great cities. Spend a morning in the Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, then cross the Bosphorus to Kadıköy for street food and a more local Istanbul vibe.
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Nicosia, Northern Cyprus
Reachable by a short flight from Yerevan, Cyprus is perfect for a sun-soaked weekend. Explore the divided old city of Nicosia, then head to Limassol or Ayia Napa for beaches and fresh mezze by the sea.
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
A popular short-haul flight from Yerevan for a flashy weekend escape. Visit the Burj Khalifa, explore the old Al Fahidi district and Gold Souk, and catch a sunset over the Dubai Creek for a great contrast of old and new.