Private Lake Sevan Sevanavank Dilijan Haghartsin Goshavank – Gegharkunik Province, Armenia

EXPERIENCE

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Stop At: Lake Sevan, Lake Sevan, Gegharkunik Province

Sevan Lake, the fascination and the pearl of mountainous Armenia, which is one of the world’s greatest high altitude fresh-water lakes. It is about 1900 m above sea level. The lake is of volcanic origin and is surrounded with mountains of 3000 m and higer. The beautiful landscape and the crystal water serve nice preconditions for excellent rest.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Goshavank Monastery, 15 km of Dilijan, Gosh, Dilijan Armenia

Goshavank was founded by the famous medieval scientist, fabulist Mkhitar Gosh. The complex consists of several religious and secular buildings. The unrivalled khachkar put in front of the one-naved basilica was created by the skillful master Poghos in 1291.Goshavank used to be one of the most famous religious and cultural centers in medieval Armenia.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Haghartsin Monastery, Dilijan Armenia

Haghartsin monastery situated in the woodlands of Tavush region represents an indescribable example of blend of nature with architecture. It was founded in the 10-11th centuries, though new buildings were added in the 12-13th centuries. Now it consists of St. Grigor, St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God), St. Stepanos churches and some other buildings.The refectory due to its skillful architectural composition is of great interest. The huge oak tree, which is almost at the age of the monastery, completes the whole scene.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Monastery Sevanavank, next the Holy Mother of God Church, Sevan Armenia

A marvelous scene opens in the north-western part of Sevan Lake, where the peninsula towers over the transparent surface of the lake. Sevanavank monastery was built on the peninsula in 874 by the order of king Ashot Bagratuni’s daughter princess Mariam. The silhouette of the churches against the background of the turquoise lake and blue sky casts unexplainable impression on the visitors.

Duration: 1 hour

HIGHLIGHTS

on a private excursion from Yerevan
Visit three local monasteries significance to Armenian history and culture
explore the mountain town of Dilijan before heading back to Yerevan.

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