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Armenia - Budget Travel to the Land of Noah

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While a package tour of the Holy Land can get really expensive, there is a country that also offers that rich historical religious journey that is both healing and pocket friendly. Ever wondered how it feels like to travel to the first Christian nation in the world ? That feeling of being transported back to a time when Jesus' apostles are starting to spread Christianity, the tour almost felt like a pilgrimage!  Noravank Monastery A tiny country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Armenia was the first ever country to declare Christianity as its official religion in 301 AD. During the first century, Apostles Bartholomew and Thaddeus aimed to spread the Christian religion. Our short visit made us realize Armenian’s serious religious devotion. It's a country blessed with beautiful people who are regarded as descendants of  Noah's son, Japheth. Day 1 Our first day was a great introduction to the first Christian nation. We were given a sneak peak on the rich history o