Winter holidays in Armenia… what can be more gorgeous than spending the most awaited holidays in the holy land, around the most hospitable people?
This article is going to reveal some questions about winter in Armenia and some reasons why you should celebrate your winter holidays in Armenia.
Does Armenia have snow?
Yes, generally it snows in winter in Armenia. Sometimes the snow does not stay for a long time, but the city manages to become a real winter wonderland. You can even smell the winter holidays coming.
How cold does it get in Armenia?
Winter in Armenia starts in late November / early December. Winter does not last long. The weather is generally mild, not severe, generally snowy. Winters in Armenia are not too cold and the temperature can fall maximum up to -10°C in Yerevan, and colder in the Ararat Valley (-30°C) and the Lake Arpi area (-46°C).
Do they celebrate Christmas in Armenia?
Armenia is the first Christian nation and Armenians do celebrate Christmas. But the date is different from the rest of the world.
Why do Armenians celebrate Christmas on the 6th of January?
Unlike the rest of the world Armenians celebrate Christmas on January 6. The history goes back to the beginning of the 4th century when the Roman church moved Christmas to December 25th and Armenians stayed true to the first date.
Until when is the snow in Armenia?
Sometimes the snow stays until the beginning of March but it depends on the region. In Yerevan, the snow melts earlier than in other regions. The amount of snow also matters.
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