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Rind Wine: From Centuries-Old Traditions to Global Recognition
The history of Rind village and viticulture are interwoven from the depths of centuries, forming a single whole. Here, the…
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Featured Stories
The Heroes of Rind in the 44-Day War
Throughout all stages of history, Rind has been a steadfast stronghold whose sons have stood ready to take up arms…
The Water of Life for Rind: Opening of the Noravank Pipeline, 1996
In the modern history of Rind, there are events that divide time into “before” and “after.” November 1, 1996, was…
Paruyr Sevak and Rind
One of the most touching chapters in the history of Rind is connected to the family of the renowned Armenian…
Memoirs of Mher: The Defender of Rind and Vayots Dzor
The history of Rind is rich in heroic episodes, but among them, one figure stands out, whose name became synonymous…
The 1921 Retreat from Yerevan: Rind as a Shelter and Haven
The final pages of the history of the First Republic of Armenia are filled with tragic yet heroic episodes. The…
The Demographic and Genealogical Profile of Rind Village (1852–1931)
The history and development of Rind are best reflected in archival documents and statistical data. While previously our information was…
Monuments
Tsaghkavank
Tsaghkavank is a 12th-13th century Armenian Apostolic monastic complex located within the administrative territory of Rind village in the Vayots...
Hermit’s Chapel (Chgnavori Matur)
The Hermit’s Chapel is a mysterious rock-cut religious structure located about 2.5 km northeast of Rind village in the Vayots...
Jndrakhach
Jndrakhach (also Jndraghach; from the words jndr, Classical Armenian chandari meaning plane tree, and khach meaning cross) is a sanctuary-chapel...
St. Stephen’s Church (Surb Stepanos)
Saint Stepanos Church is a 10th-century Armenian architectural monument located in the historic Verin Ulgyur village site of the Vayots...
Stories
Memoirs of Mher: The Defender of Rind and Vayots Dzor
The history of Rind is rich in heroic episodes, but among them, one figure stands out, whose name became synonymous...
The 1921 Retreat from Yerevan: Rind as a Shelter and Haven
The final pages of the history of the First Republic of Armenia are filled with tragic yet heroic episodes. The...
Paruyr Sevak and Rind
One of the most touching chapters in the history of Rind is connected to the family of the renowned Armenian...
From Kaghand to New Year: How Our Ancestors Celebrated in Old Rind
Throughout millennia, due to calendar changes, the New Year (Amanor) has been celebrated on different dates in Armenian life. However,...
Nature
Sevak's Spring
In the mountains of Vayots Dzor, north of the historical site of Ulguyr, lies one of our most beloved places:...
Drakhtisar
Drakhtisar is a mountain peak in the southwestern branches of the Karkatar Mountains, located in the northern part of Rind...
Yeghegnalich
Yeghegnalich is a picturesque artificial lake located in the territory of Rind village in the Vayots Dzor region. It is...
Ulnots
Ulnots is a peak in the southern branch of the Karkatar Mountains, standing at an elevation of 2,521 meters. The...
Trails
The Karkatar Mountains Hiking Route
The Karkatar Mountains represent one of the most attractive hiking destinations. This route is relatively challenging and is recommended for...
Hiking Trails to the Rock-cut Church of Rind
The most accessible route to reach the Rock-cut Church of Rind begins from the Kakavadzor area. In the summer of...