YEREVAN, JUNE 8, ARMENPRESS. Qatar’s Gulf Times newspaper has published an article on Armenia, describing it as a ‘perfect tourist destination’.

Gulf Times touched upon the hospitable Armenian people, stable weather and the low crime rate.

“The cheapest flights to Armenia provided by some leading airlines include Qatar Airways, Air Arabia, Fly Dubai, Atlasglobal and MEA. One of the reasons why tourists prefer to spend their holiday in Armenia is very affordable prices.

There is a wide range of both luxury restaurant cafes offering fast food. In fast food chains, visitors can have a full meal and pay only 1,500-2,000 AMD ($3-4), in the national restaurants the dinner will cost from 5,000 to 15,000 AMD ($10-30) or higher that depends on the prestige and selected dishes.
The cuisine reflects the history and geography where Armenians have lived as well as incorporating outside influences. In Armenia, there is a restaurant for each taste like Armenian national cuisine, Lebanese cuisine, Middle Eastern cuisine, Indian cuisine, Georgian cuisine, Special Halal menu, homemade food, European, continental and snack menu”, Gulf Times writes.

The Gulf Times also mentioned the simplified visa procedures which contribute to development of tourism.

“ Armenia is home to countless beautiful monasteries and they are often found in areas of truly outstanding natural beauty. Armenia’s capital, Yerevan, is one of the most rapidly developing cities in the whole of Europe as the nation continues to embrace tourism”, the Gulf Times said.

As key attractions in Armenia, the article mentions Shikahogh State Reserve, Lake Sevan, Dilijan National Park, Noravank monastery, Tsakhkadzor resort town and Garni Temple.