19/09/2024
The day began with a sightseeing tour of Yerevan, starting at the iconic "Mother Armenia" statue, followed by a visit to the Tsitsernakaberd Armenian Genocide Memorial Complex. Next, we toured the historic Ararat Brandy Factory, established in 1887, before exploring the local market for souvenir shopping.
Around noon, we departed Yerevan and headed north toward Lake Sevan, a stunning high-altitude lake in eastern Armenia. Sevan is home to a remarkable monastery featuring two ancient stone churches dating back to the 9th century. After enjoying a fresh fish lunch, we continued our journey toward the border. Due to inclement weather, our driver opted for an alternative route skirting Nagorno-Karabakh, the disputed territory between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Tomorrow is the final race of the challenge at Lake Rustavi, Georgia.