01 Textiles
Walnut Husk Natural Dye Wool Yarn
Skeins of organic local sheep's wool naturally dyed to deep, earthy brown hues using tannins from Ashtarak walnut husks.
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The 10 Best Souvenirs from Ashtarak
In Ashtarak, a good souvenir usually has a practical clue. It might be wrapped for a local table, made for regular use, or sold by someone who can explain why it belongs here.
Top 10 Souvenirs from Ashtarak
The stronger souvenirs from Ashtarak are the ones that keep working after the trip: on a shelf, in a kitchen, on the body, or in a daily ritual.
02 Woodcraft
Walnut Wood Carved Bowl
A beautiful, sturdy serving bowl carved by hand from the dark, beautifully grained wood of old Ashtarak walnut trees.
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03 Jewelry
Silver Walnut-Shaped Opening Locket
A whimsical sterling silver pendant shaped like a walnut shell that opens, paying tribute to Ashtarak's signature agricultural crop.
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04 Home Decor
Ceramic Karmravor Church Miniature
A hand-painted clay replica of the iconic 7th-century Karmravor Church located in the heart of Ashtarak.
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05 Food Gift
Homemade Grape Doshab Molasses
A rich, dark, concentrated grape syrup boiled down without sugar, traditionally used as a natural sweetener and winter remedy.
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06 Food Gift
Sweet Preserved Green Walnuts
Young, soft green walnuts harvested early and preserved in a heavy, aromatic syrup flavored with cloves and cardamom.
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07 Textiles
Embroidered Linen Grapevine Apron
A durable kitchen apron hand-embroidered with detailed grape and vine motifs, celebrating the local wine heritage.
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08 Food Gift
Walnut Sweet Sujuk (Sharots)
A classic sweet treat made by dipping strings of local walnuts into a thick, spiced grape juice syrup called doshab.
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09 Ceramics
Clay Wine Decanter in Karas Shape
A terracotta wine decanter designed to mimic the ancient clay vessels used in historical Armenian viticulture.
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10 Food Gift
Voskehat Dry White Wine
An elegant, crisp white wine made from the indigenous Voskehat grape variety grown in Ashtarak's mineral-rich volcanic soil.
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