We immediately felt in love with Armenia – with its amiable people, its magnificent landscapes, and its breathtaking history with its many impressive monuments.

Surb Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God) Church in the Noravank Monastery in central Armenia

Many people invited us, gave us small gifts, and conversed with us in German. We were amazed at how close the connection between Armenia and Germany is. Our first morning was quite typical: We were able to spend the night in the parking lot of the first-class Caucasian fish restaurant Cherkezi Dzor in Armenia's second-largest city, Gyumri (population 110,000). The owner came to our camper in the morning and welcomed us to Armenia. He then took us to his garden, where his wife was gardening. She gave us tons of delicious vegetables and fruit, including the best apricots we'd ever eaten.

Of course, we had to try the food at this incredible restaurant where we ate sturgeon. The home-brewed beer was also exceptionally good, and all at a reasonable price.