The conference opens on the morning of June 26. You can drive from Yerevan that morning, or arrive a day earlier. The conference in Dilijan concludes at noon June 28. All partcipants are invited to a concert by world renowned pianist Kirill Gerstein in Yerevan on the evening of the 28th. The satellite conference on national identity will kick off the next morning on the 29th at AUA, and concludes on June 30. The ASOF panel on cultural heritage will be held at this conference on the 30th.
We will arrange for a bus to take participants from Yerevan to Dilijan in the evening of the 25th. Otherwise, guests can take Yandex taxis at a time of their choosing. Make sure you install the Yandex app on your smartphone. The cost should be around 12000 AMD depending on time; travel time is about 1.5 hours. Information about the bus service we will released a week before the conference starts.
Dilijan Training and Research Centre
29 Maxim Gorky St, Dilijan 3901, Armenia
Webpage
We have a limited set of lodging accommodation at the Dilijan conference center. If you would like us to try to reserve a place for you, please email admin@asof.am. Otherwise, each guest is expected to book their own lodging. Below, in the Travel Information section, is a list of hotels in the area that we recommend and that offer reasonable rates.
Coffee and lunch will be provided at the conference center. Breakfast is typically served at hotels. Guests are to arrange dinners amongst themselves. Below is a list of recommended restaurants in the area.
Please email admin@asof.am
Here are all direct flights to and from Yerevan from the website:
https://www.flightconnections.com/flights-to-yerevan-evn
Make sure you check arrival and departure times: some flights arrive and leave at very inconvenient times, in case that is an issue for you.
Check out the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for information on visas:
Citizens of most countries do not need a visa to enter Armenia for short terms.
Options for transportation from Zvartnots Airport to Yerevan:
Best Western Plus Paradise Hotel Dilijan
sales@paradisehotel.am
https://www.bestwestern.com/en
Chalet Dilijan hotel & restaurant
Chaletdilijan@gmail.com
Toon Armeni
info@toonarmeni.am
https://www.toonarmeni.am/
Imtoon
Imtoon.dilijan@gmail.com
HOVER boutique hotel & restaurant
sales@hover.am
https://hover.am/
RestArt Boutique
HotelInfo@restarthotel.am
https://restarthotel.am
Taniqinn Dilijan Hotel
taniqinn@gmail.com
https://taniqinn.am/
Escapes Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
help@escapes.am
https://escapes.am/
Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex
dilijan@tufenkian.am
https://tufenkianheritage.com/
Paxlava Guesthouse & Restaurant
info@pakhlava.am
Chalet Dilijan hotel & restaurant
Chaletdilijan@gmail.com
Toon Armeni
info@toonarmeni.am
https://www.toonarmeni.am/
Imtoon
Imtoon.dilijan@gmail.com
HOVER boutique hotel & restaurant
sales@hover.am
https://hover.am/
Tufenkian Old Dilijan Complex
dilijan@tufenkian.am
https://tufenkianheritage.com/
Paxlava Guesthouse & Restaurant
info@pakhlava.am
Kchuch
kchuchdilijan@gmail.com
TAVA
tavadilijan@gmail.com
Carahunge Dilijan
https://carahunge-restaurant.com/
Takhta Restaurant
Connecting
If you have a smartphone that supports eSIM (electronic SIM), then you can use veloeSIM to download an app and activate internet access on your phone in Armenia for an affordable rate. Check out their site at: https://veloesim.com
If you want a phone number in Armenia in addition, or your smartphone does not support eSIM, there are three major mobile operators, namely "Team Telecom", "VivaCell", and "Ucom". SIM cards can be purchased at several locations. These include the "Zvartnots" International Airport, the official offices of the aforementioned operators in the center of Yerevan, or at big stores. All that's required is a copy of your passport.
Local transportation is mostly handled via taxis, which are relatively cheap. It is best to install the YandexGo app on your smartphone to order taxis wherever you are in the country.
Going Around
City life and tips
Yerevan is a very walkable city. In the center, you can get from one end to the other in about one hour. Restaurant prices range from $5 to $100+ per person, depending on the type of food. Cultural events can be quite cheap, from a few dollars to hundreds, depending on the performance. Generally, $10-$15/person/day is a minimum for a tourist, discounting lodging.
In Armenia hotels, restaurant bills, taxi fares, guide and driver services, etc. generally include tax and service. Tips are therefore not required, however, may be given for an excellent service as a sign of appreciation.
Yerevan is considered one of the safest cities in the world, usually ranked in the top 5 internationally. You can contact the following Armenian emergency services by dialing the three digits indicated:
Local Information 1-00
Fire 1-01
Police 1-02
Gas 1-04
Ambulance 1-03
Airport 1-87
Railway enquiry 1-84
SPYUR 1-13 ( Information directory)
Or email
admin@asof.am
About Dilijan
Situated in the north-east of Armenia, the resort town of Dilijan is ideally secluded from the hustle and bustle of city life, yet just a one and a half-hour drive from downtown Yerevan. Dilijan nestles in forested mountains with a temperate climate, fresh air, and mineral water springs. Lush forests of the Dilijan National Park, Lake Parz, and the 13th-century monastic complexes of Haghartsin and Goshavanq create a unique environment for spiritual harmony and awakening.
The people of Dilijan are gentle, friendly, and cosmopolitan. For centuries, they have been exposed to different cultures and religions. Armenian traditional arts and crafts are at the heart of the town’s everyday life. One can visit many of the artisans’ stores and learn about the process. Due to long-lived traditions, Dilijan’s art gallery hosts a great collection of paintings and sculptures of famous artists.
Lavish opportunities for outdoor recreational activities include mountain hiking and biking. Enjoying an evening with friends in one of the many local gourmet restaurants would guarantee a memorable experience. The famous local gourmet cuisine is rich with the local organic vegetables, dairies, and meat products.
The Central Bank Research and Training Centre in Dillijan
The Central Bank of Armenia is a visionary institution with a continuous drive for excellence. The Bank has always been at the forefront of evidence-based decision-making. The ambition to be at the cutting edge of scientific and applied research led to the establishment of a research and training centre. Dilijan was chosen as a natural destination for our new, state-of-the-art research centre, and we have merged into a true natural alliance with the town. On the one side stands the Central Bank-a forward-looking, merit-based, and socially-responsible institution, and on the other—Dilijan - an organic, clean, and calm city.
The Facilities
Conference rooms of different sizes provide an ideal setting for learning. Technology creates opportunities for making an extensive use of remote instruction from any part of the world and tapping into the knowledge of non-resident scholars.
36 spacious and luminous hotel rooms are designed for the comfort of our guests.
After a busy day, guests can use the gym, play tennis, do other indoor sports, or explore the picturesque surroundings. Comfortable common areas are also at their disposal.
Security badges
Please allow 5 minutes to clear the security process.
Upon your arrival to the Dilijan TC you will be provided by the security badges at the Reception. The badge provides access to the working and guest houses areas of the CBA premises for the duration of your stay, and we ask that you wear it at all times. You will need either your passport or national photo identity card as proof of identity.
At the end of the event, the badge should be returned to the Reception.
Services
Free Wi-Fi is available through the Dilijan TC, Password details are available on the Receptions and in the rooms
CONTACT INFORMATION
CENTRAL BANK OF ARMENIA
6 Vazgen Sargsyan Street, 0010, Yerevan
DILIJAN TRAINING AND RESEARCH CENTRE
29 M. Gorky St., Dilijan, Armenia
https://www.cba.am/en/SitePages/acintertraining.aspx