VILLAGE FESTIVAL ONLY THE LOCALS KNOW ABOUT // ARMENIA TRAVEL VLOG

Today we got back on the road and drove 2.5 hours to the small rural village of Khachik for the Gata Festival! A local told us about this festival when we first got to Armenia, and we knew we had to check it out but had no idea what to expect! It turned out to be an incredible afternoon where we met new people, tried new foods, and did our best to learn the steps to some traditional Armenian dances. With no other foreigners in sight, we felt like we were getting to see local Armenian life at its best. We had SO MUCH FUN getting to know this wonderful country though the Gata Festival celebrations. To top it off, the views of the countryside on the way to and from the festival were stunning.

Check out this vlog if you want to see a side of Armenia that not many visitors get to see. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Thanks for watching our vlog! | Filmed September, 2021

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== Chapters ==
0:00 Preview
0:26 Nicole & Mico Intro
0:47 Festival plans
1:36 Arriving at the Gata Festival
4:38 Trying to get some gata
6:23 Tasting gata bread
7:33 Eating kebabs
8:19 Trying Armenian wine
10:40 Buckwheat cookies
11:50 Nicole attempts Armenian dancing
13:25 Talking with the locals
15:53 Leaving the festival
17:41 Bloopers

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Hey there! We are Nicole and Mico, a #Canadian couple searching for adventures all around the globe. In March 2021 we quit our jobs, sold our belongings, and hopped on our first ever one-way flight. We believe #travel builds understanding that reaches across culture, language, and boundaries, and we want to share our experiences as we create connections all over the world. If you like learning about unique places, new cultures and different foods, then come follow our adventure as we explore all our beautiful planet has to offer.

[nicoleandmico]

This festival blew us away! Is there an epic festival in your country that more people should know about?

[nightelf]

Wonderful video. I loved every minute.

[OurEclecticTravelAdventures]

Nicole!! So cool you dove right on in there to dance!! Awesome to see! Seriously how cool that you took the opportunity. I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed our beloved Hayastan!
And thank you, thank you SO MUCH for offering a tribute to the memory of the Genocide. It’s astounding how many people have no idea. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[CapnT]

Impressed with the stick driving in those mountains

[nairinocea]

This was so endearing. My favorite video in your series. The people feel truly genuine.

[lillyseliin]

Hi guys 👋 Thank you so much for the fun video 😁 the word “age” the girls kept saying to you means “page” in Armenian. They were asking for your YouTube channel/page name 😊♥️ have a wonderful trip 🇦🇲

[pratimkumardey]

I wish I could meet with my Armenian life partner 😊 Respect from India 🇮🇳 to both of you

[loishedin]

Free bread and wine! Bucket list worthy.

[TenTenJ]

Fabulous!!! What an absolutely beautiful video!!! Armenians are joyful party animals and know how to be great hosts. The ending scenery was breathtaking, i am always reminded of what a gorgeous country she is. If you haven’t gone yet, you can also try Amberd, a relic of an ancient fortress “in the sky.” In the springtime, there were fields of poppies, wild ponies and embracing cloud clusters. Safe travels. 🦌🦌

[mixedvlognimommy]

Enjoy it and have a nice day, happy bonding. Love the beautiful scenery of the place

[OurEclecticTravelAdventures]

Hats is good!! OMGOSH I miss it so much!
You weren’t alone as the only Asian. Armenia is Eurasia…. Most everyone there was western Asian!! 😜

[Vahag]

Guys you are beautiful, thanks for visiting Armenia

[ravivv]

Armenia and Georgia the two oldest Christian countries in the world are at the confluence of Europe and Asia.In fact they combine the best of both Occident and Orient.They are more European than Asian in many ways.I love 💕 both Georgia and Armenia.With warm regards from India.

[TenTenJ]

The gâta is made dry because it is meant to be eaten with coffee.

[haroutghazar]

Hi guys nice you're enjoying the sad part is 70 % no english take care