Armenia Dispatch: 2 - Yerevan

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Hi there,
I am really glad you are enjoying yourself in Armenia. Whilst Armenia has its (many) problems, you have experienced the reasons why it is a joy for me to return there whenever I can. Sure its great for the tourist, but there is something there that I can't describe, its a feeling of safety and comfort which is everywhere. I have never visited any ex soviet states apart from Russia, but from what other visitors have told me, Armenia is perhaps the most welcoming and safe of them all.

A point of note, you are right about the entry to Armenia, it is very dreary, the casino road is awful ( although i'd rather that than have the casinos in the city centre, like they used to be) ...and the airport is terrible, not the ideal first welcome.

A new terminal is being built now, and I am glad you are optimistic about Armenia's future as a viable tourist destination.

You might like to visit a great club/pub in Yerevan..its called "Cheers" its on Sakharov Square, just ask for it at the tourist centre off republic square. They are having an independence day party tonight, the staff are amazing, and I know you will have a great time:)

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