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YAHOO TRAVEL ADVISES TOURISTS TO VISIT NAGORNO KARABAKH
15:43, 05 Dec 2014
Yahoo Travel advises tourists to visit Nagorno Karabakh. The
publication notes that "Nagorno-Karabakh was an ethnically Armenian
autonomous region of Azerbaijan during the Soviet Union. The citizens
of NK voted for independence in 1991 while the Soviet Union was
disintegrating. This ushered in a war between Azerbaijan and NK,
with support from Armenia. With the defeat of Azerbaijan, a 1994
cease fire led to the creation of this independent nation. Today,
NK is recognized by a trio of unrecognized countries: Abkhazia,
South Ossetia, and Transnistria."
Why Go: Nagorno-Karabakh is known for its mountainous beauty and
cultural richness. Ancient monasteries and churches are found
throughout the country. Karabakhi hospitality is well documented
in the region. Don't be surprised to find yourself eating a family
meal in a local village with numerous oghi (homemade mulberry vodka)
toasts. Hike the Janapar Trail, an untouched walk that crosses the
country and takes two weeks to traverse. In the ancient Armenian
walled-city of Shushi, you can wander the streets and gaze at the
majestic Ghazanchetsots Cathedral.
Getting There: NK is only accessible via Armenia, a winding, five-hour
drive from Yerevan to Stepanakert, the two capitals. The non-operating
airport was recently renovated, but the callous Azerbaijan government
has vowed to shoot down any civilian flights entering its "territory."
Risk: Ilham Aliyev, the warmongering Azerbaijan president, has
frequently threatened to invade NK. Stay clear of the border between
the two countries, where sniping and the occasional kidnapping take
place. Thousands of mines were also laid during the conflict from
1991-1994 and some are still present.
Don't Miss: The ancient Gandzasar Monastery (its name means "hilltop
treasure"), which sits on a mountain offering panoramic views.
Dadivank Complex is hidden in the hills and dates back to the 9th
century.
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15:43, 05 Dec 2014
Yahoo Travel advises tourists to visit Nagorno Karabakh. The
publication notes that "Nagorno-Karabakh was an ethnically Armenian
autonomous region of Azerbaijan during the Soviet Union. The citizens
of NK voted for independence in 1991 while the Soviet Union was
disintegrating. This ushered in a war between Azerbaijan and NK,
with support from Armenia. With the defeat of Azerbaijan, a 1994
cease fire led to the creation of this independent nation. Today,
NK is recognized by a trio of unrecognized countries: Abkhazia,
South Ossetia, and Transnistria."
Why Go: Nagorno-Karabakh is known for its mountainous beauty and
cultural richness. Ancient monasteries and churches are found
throughout the country. Karabakhi hospitality is well documented
in the region. Don't be surprised to find yourself eating a family
meal in a local village with numerous oghi (homemade mulberry vodka)
toasts. Hike the Janapar Trail, an untouched walk that crosses the
country and takes two weeks to traverse. In the ancient Armenian
walled-city of Shushi, you can wander the streets and gaze at the
majestic Ghazanchetsots Cathedral.
Getting There: NK is only accessible via Armenia, a winding, five-hour
drive from Yerevan to Stepanakert, the two capitals. The non-operating
airport was recently renovated, but the callous Azerbaijan government
has vowed to shoot down any civilian flights entering its "territory."
Risk: Ilham Aliyev, the warmongering Azerbaijan president, has
frequently threatened to invade NK. Stay clear of the border between
the two countries, where sniping and the occasional kidnapping take
place. Thousands of mines were also laid during the conflict from
1991-1994 and some are still present.
Don't Miss: The ancient Gandzasar Monastery (its name means "hilltop
treasure"), which sits on a mountain offering panoramic views.
Dadivank Complex is hidden in the hills and dates back to the 9th
century.
http://www.armradio.am/en/2014/12/05/yahoo-travel-advises-tourists-to-visit-nagorno-karabakh-2/