ASCENT TO MT ARMAGHAN + KOTAVANK MONASTERY
With this interesting hike we will reach the top of Mount Armaghan, one of the wonders of the Geghama Mountains, where we will see a beautiful crater lake and infinitely beautiful views. A church has been built in the place of the old chapel in the Armaghan crater, which we will also see. We will start our wonderful hike and finish in the village of Madina, where we will see the Argitchi River as well. From the top of Armaghan there is an impressive view to Lake Sevan, Mt Ararat, Geghama mountains. Our route has another wonderful stop, the magnificent Kotavank Monastery with its khachkars (cross-stones). Mt Armaghan is a wonderful option both for beginners and experienced hikers.
Hike distance is 12 km (round trip), relative height: about 650 meters, mountain height: 2829 meters. You must have hiking shoes and hiking clothes.