Private Professional Armenian Costume Photo Shoot

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

This activity is unique because it offers a deep dive into the world of traditional Armenian clothing, or taraz, unveiling its rich symbolism and uses. You’ll immerse yourself in history as you don these elegant garments within our historic studio, expertly captured by a professional photographer. Following this, you’ll savor a warm cup of tea or coffee with your hosts, and hand-painting your own stylized Armenian letter using traditional calligraphy techniques. You’ll receive your professional photos (5 edited, 5 unedited) a week after your experience.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
You’ll get all the necessary costumes, props, and equipment for your experience.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Zanan Cultural House is located in the Aleksandrovsky Business Centre, on one of the most interesting and beautiful Abovyan street in Gyumri.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Join us in our historic 19th century studio in the heart of Gyumri, where you’ll learn about traditional Armenian costumes, called taraz, and have a professional photo shoot while wearing these beautiful pieces of art. You’ll have the opportunity to see and get to know the over 20 different traditional costumes that we have recreated from different regions of historic Armenia. We’ll tell you everything about the different costumes of Armenia before you choose which one you want to wear for your photoshoot, along with different accessories. After the photoshoot with our professional photographer, which lasts about 45 minutes, we’ll sit down to enjoy local teas and sweets together. Finally to end your experience, you’ll have the opportunity to hand paint your own Armenian letter in the shape of a stylized bird. Trchnagir is a unique form of Armenian calligraphy featuring birds and other animals, plants, and people in the shape of letters. You’ll select your desired letter and paint it on chiffon or silk while listening to traditional Armenian music. You’ll take your letter home with you, and will receive a total of 10 photos, 5 edited and 5 unedited, within one week’s time.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Zanan Cultural Heritage

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Photography Tours
Historical Tours
Art Classes
Craft Classes
Photo Shoots
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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