Armenia is home to countless beautiful monasteries and they are often found in areas of truly outstanding natural beauty armenias capital yerevan is one of the most rapidly developing cities in the whole of europe as the nation continues to embrace tourism lets have a look at the best places to visit in armenia 1 yerevan. Armenia is an increasingly popular destination in recent years tourist numbers have shot up and its very easy to see why blessed with dramatic mountainous landscapes populated with deep gorges sparkling lakes and gushing rivers the scenery is stunning wherever you go as such there is load. Armenia is also one of the 35 biodiversity spots of the world which means picturesque landscapes rare animals and tasty cuisine is awaiting you you may need some years to visit all the sights in the country but here i have a guide of 15 best places to visit in armenia follow my route. Lake sevan is the largest lake in armenia and one of the most beautiful places to visit the lake serves both as a cultural and leisure site its surrounded by many gorgeous monasteries for you to explore but if you are looking for a more relaxing getaway head to some of the many beaches along the lakeshore