Private Day Trip to Garni Temple Geghard & Lake Sevan – Ararat, Armenia

EXPERIENCE

During this excursion you will visit:
•The Arch of Charents. It’s a place where you can admire the most beautiful view of Mount Ararat.
• Garni Temple is the only preserved pagan temple in the entire territory of the Caucasus. The construction dates back to the second half of the 1st century and was dedicated to the Sun God. After the Christianization of Armenia, the temple was used as a royal residence.
• Geghard which is a medieval monastery declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. According to tradition The Geghard Monastery was founded by Saint Gregory in the 4th century on the site of a sacred spring. The current constructions of the monastery, which are partially excavated in the rock, date from the 13th century. The peculiar character of the construction is reflected in its austerity and the magnificent natural scenery of the canyon, surrounded by precipices and curved cliffs.
• Then you will make a stop to visit the Sevanavank monastic complex on the peninsula and contemplate the beautiful landscape of Lake Sevan, which is the pearl of Armenia.
During this excursion, you will have great opportunity to spend time in a particular place.
Enjoy your stay in our country.

HIGHLIGHTS

Visit Geghard, a medieval monastery declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
See Garni, a pagan temple dedicated to the Sun God
Enjoy the peaceful scenery of the great Lake Sevan
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