Our trip to Karabagh was quite tiring. As soon as we got to Armenia Hotel, I checked into my room and went to bed.
The next morning, our first stop was Stepanakert School #11, which is the best school in all of Armenia. Being there with Armenia Fund, they really want us to know that the money we donate is used very well on the selected projects, helping the Armenians in Armenia and in Artsakh improve their lives. It was very impressive to see the projects first hand.
Stepanakert School #11 - Best school in Armenia & Artsakh
Right next to the school, there's Ghazanchetsots Monastery/Church, which I'm happy we were able to stop by. I must say, the churches in Armenia and Artsakh are so beautiful.
Ghazanchetsots Monastery
Ghazanchetsots Monastery Bell Tower
After visiting the school, we went to the Stepanakert Elderly Home. In the old building, there are about 70-80 residents. The new building is still under construction. When we were there, some of the elderly were outside, getting some fresh air. You can imagine what I felt being there... Although I was happy they will live in better conditions, free of charge, they are still alone. Some of them either have no children or have lost their children as casualties in the war. I took no photos at the elderly home. I will probably forever remember them in memory and think of them often.
As an extra surprise stop, we went to the Shushi Air Base. It was such a treat for us to visit with the soldiers there, and find out what they do in a day, and share a meal with them.
Eating the soldier's meal
Baron Khosrov with the soldiers
Me outside the Air Base
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