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Hidden Waterfall

armeniangeographic — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 14:29:08 +0000

It is a waterfall on the territory of Dilijan National Park in Tavush region. The waterfall got its name because of its remote location. A trail which leads to Hidden Waterfall passes through a dense forest.

The path to the Waterfall

Compared to other waterfalls Hidden Waterfall is less. The water flow falls from a height of approximately 2.5 m. We always visit this majestic place during the hike to Mount Dimac.

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Lake Parz

armeniangeographic — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:56:42 +0000

Lake Parz is located in Tavush region, on the forested slopes of Areguni, at an altitude of 1334 m above sea level. The area of the lake – about 0.03 km², the average depth –7 m.

Lake Parz is surrounded by dense forest, and the trees that grow on the shore are reflected in the serene water surface. The lake is fed by underground springs and precipitation.

Parz is beautiful at any time of the year, but the view of the lake is especially impressive in autumn. Nearby Parz there are many attractions worthy of Your attention. There are monasteries Agarcin, Goshavank, Jukhtak and Matosavank not far from Lake Parz.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Lake Akna

armeniangeographic — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 06:43:23 +0000

Lake Akna is on the border Gegharkunik and Kotayk regions, in the central part of the Geghama Mountains at an altitude of 3032 m. The area of the lake is 0.8 km², depth is 15 m. The lake is fed by melt and spring water.

Lake Akna

Lake Akna was included in the list of State Natural monuments in 2008.

Lake Akna is surrounded by picturesque alpine meadows, as well as the peaks of the Geghama ridge (Aknasar, Narine, Shushan, Shamprasar). The water in the lake is clean and fresh. In clear weather, the majestic mountains and blue sky are reflected in the lake surface as if in a mirror.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Jermuk mineral springs

armeniangeographic — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:18:17 +0000

Jermuk mineral springs (geysers) are located 5 km from the city of Jermuk. This amazing place, which is located in the mountains at an altitude of 2140 m above sea level, is included in the list of natural monuments of Armenia.

Each geyser is a natural jacuzzi with hot mineral water that flows every 2-7 minutes. The water temperature reaches 32 °C, so you may stay in water and breathe clear mountain air at the same time. However, you should remember that it is recommended to take mineral baths for no more than 5 minutes, and then take a break.

Jermuk mineral springs

People have known about the healing properties of Jermuk mountain springs since ancient times. A legend says the springs were discovered a long time ago.

It happened when hunting was the main way of food for humans. The virgin forests near present-day Jermuk were full of animals. Once an experienced hunter tracked down a wounded deer. But the bleeding animal was fighting for its life and running with all its strength. The wounded deer reached the mineral springs, jumped into the water and – oh, what a miracle! – came healed out of the water. The hunter was so amazed by that miracle that he let the deer go. Since then the news about the healing water has spread throughout the world, and the image of a forest deer, thanks to which the secret of Jermuk springs was discovered, now appears on bottles of Jermuk brand mineral water.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Jermuk Waterfall

armeniangeographic — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 10:47:22 +0000

Jermuk Waterfall is a natural hydrogeological monument of the Republic of Armenia. It is in Vayots Dzor region, in the city of Jermuk, on the banks of the Jermuk river, which is the right tributary of the Arpa River. Jermuk Waterfall is formed from springs and falls into the Arpa River from a height of about 68 meters.

Jermuk Waterfall

There is a beautiful but sad legend about the waterfall. Once upon a time, a fortress of a prince stood on those steep cliffs. The prince had a beautiful daughter, whose hand many suitors asked for. But the beauty rejected them all, because her heart belonged to only one man – the son of a shepherd. Every night after midnight the girl threw a long rope, along which her lover was climbing towards her. Once the girl’s father discovered the rope and understood everything. And the prince cursed his daughter. He promised that if she dared to meet the son of a simple shepherd again, she would be doomed to turn into a mermaid and live in water.

Jermuk Waterfall

Of course, the girl disobeyed the cruel order of her father and met her sweetheart again. Instead of the rope, which was burned, the beauty threw her braids of extraordinary length to her chosen one so that he could climb into her room. At that same moment, the prince’s curse came true, and his beautiful daughter turned into a mermaid, and her hair, flowing into the gorge, became a waterfall. That is why people call Jermuk waterfall “Mermaid hair”.

In this article, you can read about the waterfalls of Armenia

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Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Shaki Waterfall

armeniangeographic — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:08:35 +0000

Shaki Waterfall, one of the most popular places among tourists, is located in the Syunik region, 3 km northwest of the city of Sisian. The height of the waterfall is 18 meters.

Shaki Waterfall

There is an ancient legend about the origin of its name. Once upon a time, an Arab caravan with slaves was traveling from the Gegharkunik region to Mugan. Among the prisoners were young Armenian women whom the slave traders wanted to present to their leader as a gift. When the caravan stopped for a rest near the Vorotan River, the women asked the slavers for permission to swim in its waters. The permission was received.

And then those proud girls, who did not want to live in captivity, suddenly disappeared into the river waves. Among them there was a blue-eyed girl named Shaki, who, however, did not hide in the waters of the Vorotan River, but tried to escape. The slave traders almost captured the brave Shaki, but they were prevented by a miracle that happened before their eyes. Suddenly, a piece of rock rose from the river and hid the girl from her enemies. In honor of this miraculous rescue, the waterfall and the village nearby were named Shaki.

Waterfalls of Armenia

Another legend tells that Shaki was a beautiful young girl. She was so attractive that an Arab invader who came to conquer country couldn’t resist her beauty and fell in love with her. When he ordered Shaki to come to him, the girl did not obey his will and chose death. Shaki threw herself down from a great height, and the hem of her dress suddenly turned into a waterfall.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Lake Kari

armeniangeographic — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:29:40 +0000

Lake Kari (Stone) is located in the Aragatsotn region on Mount Aragats. Its area is 0.3 km², and depth is 9 m. It’s a mountain lake at an altitude of 3200 m above sea level which is fed by melting glaciers. The Arkashen River originates from Lake Kari.

Kari Lake

On the southern shore of the lake there is a research station founded in 1942 by the Alikhanyan brothers.

The southern outlet of lake was closed to supply the station with water and as the result the water level increased. Now the station is supplied with water from the lake throughout the year.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Lake Hors

armeniangeographic — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 12:24:17 +0000

Lake Hors is a lake in Vayots Dzor region 2 km southwest of the village of Hors.

Lake Hors

Lake Hors is in the mountains of Qarkatar at an altitude of 2090 m above sea level.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Lake Gosh

armeniangeographic — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 08:10:40 +0000

Lake Gosh is placed in the Tavush region in the Aregun Mountains at an altitude of 1398 m above sea level.

Area of the lake is 100 m, its depth is 80 m. And its average depth reaches 8 m.

Lake Gosh

Lake is named after Mkhitar Gosh, a famous Armenian scientist, thinker and public figure who lived in the Middle Ages.

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Hiking and trekking tours in Armenia

Vahagn and Astghik waterfalls

Hike to Mount Mets Parakhadem

Three Hawks Trail

Hike to Mount Dimats

Climbing Mountain Aragats

One-day hike to the Lakes of Aragats

Ascent to the Northern summit of Mt Aragats

Climbing Volcano Azhdahak

Yeranos Mountains

Lake of Water lilies

armeniangeographic — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 14:03:16 +0000

Lake of Water lilies, also known as Urasar Lake, is located in Lori region 1.2 km northeast of the village of Urasar. It is famous for its magical, relaxing atmosphere, which is created thanks to the water lilies that abundantly decorate the water surface.

Lake of Water lilies

These beautiful plants grow in stagnant and slow-flowing lakes in Lori region. Previously, there were more of them, but, unfortunately, several lakes dried up as a result of the Spitak earthquake.

Water lilies with white flowers are very rare, and therefore they are included in the Red Data Book of the Republic of Armenia.

Lake of Water lilies

Despite its short lifespan, the water lily is one of the most beautiful plants of the Armenian Highlands. Water lilies bloom in summer between July and August.

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