Rural Tourism in Armenia
Back in 2017 I had the chance to have a very inspiring meeting with Arman Valesyan, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Project Manager and UNDP Project Assistant Ruzanna Hayrapetyan, in Yerevan, Armenia. After 2 years they shared with me the remarkable results of their work. What was at the time mostly a series of smart ideas on paper, is now a new reality on the ground. And this means: new promotion of territory, culture, tradition, countryside; new jobs, a refreshed involvement of local communities and of well-educated young professionals. Rural Tourism in Armenia means this and more. I already discussed in the past the tourism potential of the country, and rural tourism really fits with its specificities. With rural tourism visitors discover unique historic-cultural sights and monuments, taste local cuisine and enjoy a wonderful weather. The intriguing and visionary UNDP project make travelers’ need match with the local offer, unlocking the beauty of