The Counterfeit Vodka Raid and a City's Humor

Aram spends a quiet Thursday in Gyumri, wandering from a gallery to the central market, and reflects on the city's dry humor after news of a counterfeit vodka raid. He also takes stock of his duduk practice and the practical costs of daily life in Shirak's capital. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Armenia: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Armenia guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 14 of Armenia Travel Podcast with Aram Petrosyan. Aram Petrosyan is in Gyumri, Armenia. Places in this episode: Herbs & Honey teashop, Hovsepyan Street, Abovyan Street, Dzitoghtsyan House-Museum, Rustaveli Street, Sev Berd (Black Fortress), Central Market (Shuka), Ani District. Covered: Gyumri local humor and character, Dzitoghtsyan museum visit, Blacksmithing and craft, Duduk practice reflections, Daily cost of living in Gyumri, Planning a trip to Lake Arpi, Gyumri safety and practical advice. Chapters:00:00 Herbs & Honey teashop01:21 Museum interior06:03 Evening city street06:52 Ani District A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #GyumriArmenia #ArmeniaTravel #Kumayri #GyumriLife #VisitGyumri #ArmeniaHistory #ShirakRegion #DudukMusic #OldCity #ArmenianCulture #SevBerd #BlackFortress #TravelVlog #OffTheBeatenPath #ArmenianFood #SlowTravel #Caucasus https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/armenia/