Soon humanity will step into the new decade, so the time has come to decide how best to spend the main holiday of the year. If you want to experience vivid unforgettable emotions, feel the comfort of hearthstone, learn about the interesting tradition of celebrating the New Year and try new culinary masterpieces, then you should visit the magnificent and unique Armenia. So, how Armenians celebrate New Year?
Month-long holiday
As in most countries of the world, New Year in Armenia begins on the night of January 1. Preparations for the holiday begin already in early December here: shops and restaurants decorate the facades of buildings with colorful lights and decorations, themed souvenirs appear on the shelves and residents buy gifts and plan where they will celebrate the coming of the New Year. Christmas is celebrated in Armenia on the night of January 6. Festive feasts continue until January 13 – the Old New Year. Thus, the New Year in Armenia is a month, full of bright events, refreshments and fun meetings.
Where do the Armenians celebrate New Year?
Locals traditionally celebrate New Year at home with their family, at the richly laid table. However, in recent years many people prefer to spend the night from December 31 to January 1 in various clubs, bars and restaurants or on the Republic Square, where the main Christmas tree of the country is installed annually. It’s recommended to stay in the center of the capital while traveling to Armenia so as not to miss the most important New Year events. Umba Hostel is a great option for a short stay due to the comfortable conditions in the rooms, affordable prices and professional staff.
What places are better to visit in the New Year?
Interesting events, exhibitions and concerts are held in Yerevan and other cities of Armenia on New Year’s Eve. Festive fairs are organized in some parts of the city. Here you can buy inexpensive gifts and treats for loved ones. New Year’s bustle doesn’t interfere with excursions to the sights of Armenia. Umba company organizes individual tours for guests of the country in various tourist destinations of Armenia.
Celebratory feasts and treats
Armenians are famous all over the world for their hospitality and love for delicious food. Of course, such a significant event as the New Year is also closely associated with a variety of mouth-watering dishes and frequent visits of guests. A person visiting an Armenian house will have to try numerous dishes prepared by a caring and diligent hostess. Refusal of refreshments can seriously offend the hosts.
By the way, the menu of the New Year’s table in modern Armenia, for the most part, consists of the same dishes that are served in other post-Soviet countries. Some admirers of traditions complement the festive meal with national dishes. The queen of the New Year’s table is the Armenian Dolma.
If you plan to celebrate the New Year with loved ones, then prefer the cozy apartment with the conditions necessary for a comfortable stay. Umba Apartments N1, Umba Apartments N2 and Umba Apartments N3 are the best options for the Christmas vacation.
