Maria Mikaelyan is a highly knowledgeable and engaging guide with a rich academic and cultural background rooted in art, architecture, and urban studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Architectural, Urban and Interior Design from the Politecnico di Milano, and a Master’s degree in Art History and Theory. Maria’s academic work explores complex intersections between history, memory, museums, and cultural heritage, and she has presented and published extensively on topics such as museum theory and architectural history. Her research and teaching experience enrich her storytelling, offering travelers not only facts but context, insight, and thoughtful interpretation.