Waterpark in Yerevan: description, services, opening hours and reviews

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The most hospitable and safest country to visit in the world is Armenia. This is a unique ancient state that managed to preserve its culture, which, of course, is always of interest to tourists. Armenia is a kind of open-air museum with unique architectural monuments, complemented by picturesque nature and pure mountain air.

Coming to Armenia is worth at least to look at Mount Ararat.

What is rich in a small mountainous country

Armenia has a popular ski resort among young people. It is located in Tsaghkadzor. In winter, a lot of people come here, so it is advised to book accommodation in advance.

If you are planning to visit the country in the summer to have a great time, then, of course, you should visit the Waterworld water park in Yerevan.

Culture lovers will be interested in visiting the city of Gyumri, where there is a monastery, Armenian churches and an Orthodox chapel, an art gallery, puppet and drama theaters. And here are the most delicious sweets in allArmenia.

About three hundred kilometers from Yerevan is the Tatev Monastery. It is located on the edge of a giant gorge, and its walls are, as it were, a natural continuation of the rock itself. You can get here by car or by using the cable car, which is the longest in the world (5700 meters), which is why it was included in the Guinness Book of Records.

Yerevan

This is a city of contrasts, which is the capital of Armenia. There are high-rise modern buildings and small houses, wide streets and tiny old courtyards, here you can hear both jazz, beloved by Armenians, and national folk music.

Yerevan is a truly interesting, unique city with smiling locals who are always happy to have a guest as their best friend.

What can surprise the capital of Armenia? What to visit, where to go?

Yerevan is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site - Matenadaran Museum. This is a repository of ancient manuscripts and manuscripts, old maps, notes and much more.

You can visit the architectural complex "Cascade", from the top of which offers a gorgeous view of Mount Ararat and the city itself. And in the building of the complex, the collection of the American businessman Gerard Levon Cafesjian, who was born in Armenia, is exhibited. Entrance to the gallery is free.

Also worth going on a tour of the Blue Mosque, admire the colorful mosaics. Or visit the National Gallery and get acquainted with Russian, French, Italian, Flemish and Spanish painting.

From the beginning of June to mid-September, all guests can spend time in the water park. There are several of them in Yerevan.

Waterworld Waterpark

This is the biggest water park in Armenia. In Yerevan, for 16 years in a row, it has been pleasing its visitors, who dream of running closer to the water in the summer heat. The water park is large enough, up to 3000 people can relax here at the same time.

The complex itself is an exotic park with rivers and green areas where you can hide from the sun. There is a large pool with sun loungers and a pool for children with fountains in the form of animal sculptures, there are water slides of varying difficulty, length and height.

In addition to water activities, you can play volleyball or jump on a trampoline on equipped sports grounds. And you can visit the SPA-center, massage room or lie in the Jacuzzi.

For those who are hungry, there are cafes and restaurants with national, European and Asian cuisine on the territory of the complex. According to visitors, the food here is very tasty.

Safety control in the water park is carried out by professional lifeguards. The medical office is open all the time. And those who wish to learn how to swim will always be helped by qualified instructors working in the water park in Yerevan.

Prices for visits and services:

• Adult ticket - 8000 AMD (for September 2017 1 dollar=478 AMD);
• Children - AMD 5000 (children up to 90 cm tall -free);
• Luggage storage is paid separately - about $0.85.

In the evenings, Waterworld is quite fun: there are various shows, parties, discos, live music concerts.

In winter, the largest pool of the "Water World" turns into an ice skating rink.

The water park is located in Yerevan at 40 Myasnikyan Ave. It is about 10 minutes from the city center. Opening hours: 9:00-21:00.

Dolphinarium "Nemo"

Another water entertainment that is worth visiting when visiting Armenia is the Dolphinarium. Here you can swim with dolphins, including underwater, by ordering the service "Diving with dolphins".

You can visit the show program, during which visitors not only watch the tricks and dances of dolphins and fur seals, but also learn about the life and habits of these beautiful animals.

Prices at Nemo Dolphinarium:

• Attendance to the performance on weekdays - 3000 AMD.
• On weekends - 3500 AMD.
• Attendance to the night romantic show - 4500 AMD.
• Swimming with a dolphin (1 lap + photo) - AMD 5000.
• Swimming with a dolphin (3 laps) - AMD 1000.
• Photoshoot with sea animals - AMD 3500

Year-round indoor water park in Yerevan: description

The Aquatek indoor water park has been operating since 2008. On its territory there are 2 large pools and one for children, there are water slides and geysers. There is also a SPA-hotel of the same name, consisting of 29 rooms.

This he alth and fitness complex features a climbing wall and a fitness centre. Has its own restaurant.

But the most valuable thing here is a special medical rehabilitation center, equipped with first-class equipment, where you can undergo post-traumatic and post-operative recovery. Reviews of visitors who have used the services of this center are mostly positive. Pleasant staff, professional approach, quality service are the key components of the work of the sports and fitness complex.

Aquatek operates all year round and seven days a week from 8:00 to 23:00.

How to get to Yerevan from the airport and where to stay

The best way to get to the capital from the international airport is by taxi. The cost of the trip will be an average of 300 rubles.

There are very inexpensive hostels in Yerevan that provide accommodation for a day with a hearty breakfast at a price of 400 rubles. If you want to pamper yourself with local pastries and homemade jam, sitting on the terrace overlooking Mount Ararat, then the cost of such a room will already vary from 1600 rubles. But you can also expect a nice bonus in the form of a free airport transfer.

If you are relaxing with children, you can stay in a hostel or hotel, which are located in close proximity to the Yerevan water park. There are a lot of such hotels in Yerevan, presented in different price categories.

Weather

The climate in Armenia is quite diverse, which is explained bygeographic features. Most of the country has hot summers and cold winters. But there are areas with moderate temperatures where winters are milder. The subtropical climate, despite the fact that Armenia is located in the subtropical zone, prevails only in the southern and northeastern parts of the country.

March and April are very unpredictable months here, they can indulge in warm, sunny, dry days, or it can rain all day long. The hottest weather in Armenia starts in May and lasts until November.

In the capital of the state, summers are mostly hot, and winters are moderately cold and with little snow.