Flights from Los Angeles to Yerevan (LAX to EVN)

Yerevan is the capital of Armenia and among the most ancient cities of the world. It is a cultural and spiritual center with several museums, churches and monuments. Many tourists visit Yerevan for its cultural heritage and distinctive architecture in addition to its rich history and modern infrastructure. Local government organizes annual festivals to familiarize tourists with traditions of Armenia. Some of these festivals organised here are Yerevan with Flair (the festival of Armenian ritual dishes), Yerevan Taraz fest (is the festival of Armenian national costumes), and there is also a Yerevan Beer Fest for beer enthusiasts.

Things to do in Yerevan

Matenadaran

The Matenadaran or Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts is among the richest and oldest book depositories in the world. Its collection comprises over 11,000 preserved handwritten books and 23,000 manuscripts in total. There is a museum complex which comprises 15 halls wherein thousands of great and temporary exhibits are on display.

Republic Square

Republic Square is the central town square in the city surrounded by five prominent buildings, the History Museum, Government House, Armenia Marriott Hotel, National Gallery, and the ministries of Foreign Affairs, all built in neoclassical style. There is much to do around here. The square has a pool and musical fountains and is one of the finest central squares created in the 20^th century. A statue of Lenin was placed in the square during the Soviet era and the square was called Lenin Square. The statue was removed, and the square was renamed right before Armenia’s independence in 1991.

Cascade Complex

Conceived by the architect Alexander Tamanyan, the Cascade Complex was built in 1980 to connect the downtown Ketron area with the Monument neighbourhood. It is a huge stairway made of limestone which houses the Cafesjian Center for the Arts(CCA). The CCA is among the city’s major cultural attractions and showcases a wide variety of contemporary art exhibitions. Additionally, it offers an assortment of documentaries, lectures and films. The Cascade has external garden galleries and is a beautiful symbol of the city.

Best Time to Visit Yerevan

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Yerevan is in the summer, (from late May till early June) or in the late September till early October when the weather is pleasant, to explore outdoors and enjoy everything the city has to offer. It is advised to book Yerevan flights in advance to avoid paying more at the last minute.