“Independence is our collective strength”: Independence day celebrated in Artsvaberd

Independence Day of Armenia was celebrated at the Artsvaberd House of Culture with a festive event. The program featured patriotic speeches, poetry, songs, and dances.

Participants also expressed gratitude and paid tribute to the soldiers guarding the country’s borders.

Author: Hayk Dombryan




Large fire in the “Artsvaberd Forestry” area

On September 3, a fire broke out near the firing positions of a military unit adjacent to the “Artsvaberd Forestry” branch of the “Hayantar” State Non-Commercial Organization under the Ministry of Environment, as well as in the nearby forested area.

Seven fire brigades of the Rescue Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, 10 employees of the Tavush Regional Department of the Eco-Patrol Service from the Ijevan and Artsvaberd divisions, about 40 volunteers, and 8 pieces of equipment were involved in the firefighting efforts.

The fire spread into the territory of the Norashen Forestry under the “Artsvaberd Forestry” branch. Firefighting operations are still underway.




Armenian dance: Identity and heritage – national spirit in border village Artsvaberd

An event dedicated to national dances was held in the village of Artsvaberd, where participants presented some of our most ancient and beloved dances. In addition to the dance performances, the folk tale “The Death of Kikos” was staged, adding a new dimension and depth to the event.

Author: Hayk Dombyan.




Border Village Artsvaberd

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How do the adults and children of the border village live and what do they think․

Despite a number of problems, people try not to leave their native village and try to make it so that they can visit and enjoy the nature of Artsvaberd from other places and get acquainted with the rich history of their village.




Electric Networks of Armenia CJSC informs

In order to carry out planned repair works, the electricity supply to the following addresses will be temporarily stopped: the villages of Artsvaberd and Chinari, Tavush region: at 10:00-13:00.

You can call 1-80 and 0 8000 0 180 24/7 telephone numbers regarding consumed electricity, outages, your rights or responsibilities, as well as other issues.

Electric Networks of Armenia CJSC urges to follow the rules of electrical safety.




“Tanik” – The Duryans’ family guest house in Artsvaberd promises an unforgettable rest under its roof

A new tour address in Tavush. Tanik (Roof) guest house in the village of Artsvaberd, in Berd, is waiting for its guests. The Duryans, living in Artsvaberd, built a guest house on the roof of the house, where one can enjoy the unique nature of Tavush and village life. On June 3, the official opening ceremony of the guest house was held. On the occasion of the opening ceremony priest Aram Mirzoyan, spiritual pastor of Berd region, performed the blessing ceremony.

The village itself is the place of the most interesting discoveries and vivid impressions, and the goal of the guest house is to make people fall in love with rural everyday life.

There 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a hall and a kitchen in the guest house. Besides the night stay, hiking is also offered to the interesting directions of the region. The guests will get acquainted with the traditional village food, and will cook.

Berd Regional Development Foundation supported the creation of the Tanik Guest house. The guest house is equipped with all amenities so that the guests return with the best impressions.

Artsvaberd will become a a place for tourism with the combination of love, unique nature, and hospitality. Tanik promises to become a favorite and awaited address of tourists.




Rural life: Khangyal of Tavush

From the tastes of childhood: Khangyal of Tavush

They say one shouldn’t eat khangyal alone. Khangyal was traditionally cooked for the most important guests in our region.

The video by Tavush Media reporter Laura Duryan.




Rural life. Gata

Every region in Armenia has its own gata traditions.

The video prepared by Tavush Media reporter Laura Duryan.




97-year-old grandfather Aghalo and the story of his life written on the pages of the notebook. Artsvaberd

97-year-old grandfather Aghalo is the chronicler of Artsvaberd. From 1995 until today, he writes down his every day in notebooks, which became and are becoming a value for his relatives, village and villagers, strangers, researchers.

His favorite pastime, which he has been faithful to for 28 years, is writing a diary.

Smiling sincerely like a child, the grandfather’s eyes fill up sometimes, he finds it difficult to speak when he remembers dear people who are no longer there…

Author: Laura Duryan, Artsvaberd




Rural life. Daily life of Artsvaberd

Laura Duran’s video shows the daily life of Artsvaberd.