Sisian, Armenia

... though Azeris are themselves Islamic faith. In 1988 there was a grassroots movement in N-K to join back with Armenia, their Christian relative. Since 1988 there has been war between Armenians and Azerbaijan forces over N-K. Ceasefire is occasional, but it ...

Tonight my hopes of a quirky hotel were met again - musical plumbing and a shot of local cognac to ward off the permeating cold and damp. We arrive in the driving rain at a metal gate, that opens after a few shouts from Artur. Our hotel is fantastic, a ...