This country is visa-free! The Echmiadzin Cathedral Museum in Armenia.

👍️Recommended because: The Echmiadzin Cathedral is the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church and has held an important religious status since 301 AD. Over time, many precious religious relics and artifacts have been accumulated here, forming the museum, which is used to collect and display these items of great religious and historical significance. As part of the Echmiadzin Cathedral complex, the museum's architectural style echoes the cathedral, blending the characteristics of early Christian architecture with Armenian local architectural elements. The exterior of the building is solemn, the interior decoration is exquisite, creating a sacred atmosphere. 🏛️Museum guide: [One] Noah's Ark Fragment (Figure 3): One of the most famous collections in the museum, the legendary Noah's Ark docked on Mount Ararat after the flood, and this area once belonged to Armenia. The Noah's Ark fragment in the museum is placed in a gilded rectangular box, with a gem-studded gold cross on the fragment, and the box is decorated with patterns. The story of Noah's Ark is full of myth, and the existence of this fragment attracts many tourists and believers to visit. [Two] Holy Lance (Figure 4): Said to be the spear that pierced Jesus' chest. This is an important relic in Christian history, and its religious and historical value is self-evident. [Three] Fragment of the Crown of Thorns on Jesus' Head: Related to Jesus' suffering experience, it is an important symbol in Christian faith. [Four] St. Gregory's Gold and Gem Inlaid Right Arm Guard: St. Gregory has an extremely important position in the development of Armenian Christianity. His right arm guard is decorated with gold and gems, reflecting the respect for this saint. [Five] A Thousand-Year-Old Painted "Gospel" Book: This is a religious book with a history of a thousand years, made with natural stone painting, and its content and painting art have high research and artistic value. ⭐Visitor Guide: The Echmiadzin Cathedral is located about half an hour's drive west of the Armenian capital, Yerevan, and is easily accessible. Admission to the museum requires a ticket, and the ticket price is 1,500 drams/person. 📍Detailed address: The museum is located southeast of the Echmiadzin Cathedral. 🕙Opening hours: The Echmiadzin Cathedral is open from 10:30 to 17:00 from Tuesday to Sunday. 💗Other tips: In 2000, the Echmiadzin Cathedral and the Zvartnots Archaeological Site were listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, and the museum is the core of the Echmiadzin Cathedral. As the center of Armenian Christianity, the Echmiadzin Cathedral holds a grand sacrament ceremony every seven years. All Armenian churches in the world will send people to participate and bring back the baptismal oil that is only made once every seven years.