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<\/a>Climbing Mount Katar \/ Anna Khachatryan<\/p><\/div>\n
First time in Katar<\/h3>\n
Mount Katar<\/a><\/span> is the second highest peak of the Khustup-Katar massif. To our knowledge, no one has ever climbed this mountain. As a part of this expeditionary hike, we were the first to climb this peak, 3012 m high, with beautiful and breathtaking views. This two-day hike was full of adventures and new discoveries.<\/p>\n Climbing Mount Katar<\/p><\/div>\n \u201cHours, kilometres, and we ended up in Tatev village. Fortunately, we spent the night indoors and not in tents. We woke up early in the morning and reached an altitude of 2700 meters by cars. From here, we began our ascent to Mount Katar. At first, it seemed that the ascent would be easy. It was a little foggy; we were surrounded by unbelievably beautiful landscapes. I wanted to take pictures all the time. On our way to the top, we fell, got tired, and ran out of breath. Three hours later, we were at the summit (3012 m). There is nothing better than the feeling of triumph when you overcome a difficult peak\u201d, says Anna.<\/p>\n Climbing Mount Katar \/ Anna Khachatryan<\/p><\/div>\n This was Anna\u2019s first expeditionary hike. \u201cSeems crazy, that none of the living people (at least not a single hiking group in Armenia) has ever climbed Katar, and I am among the 16 lucky ones who will do it first. I think that’s why this trip will always be special for me\u201d.<\/p>\n She says that physically this was her most difficult ascent. \u201cFor a moment my heart was pounding, I was out of breath and very tired. I kept repeating to myself that I must reach the top. The group was already on top, when I joined them. I came last, but was very happy that I managed to overcome this challenge\u201d.<\/p>\n Climbing Mount Katar<\/p><\/div>\n Recalling that day, Anna said, \u201cWhen we reached the top, Hrachuhi<\/a><\/span> presented the whole group with ArmGeo badges. It was a very symbolic moment, as if we received medals\u201d.<\/p>\n Climbing Mount Katar<\/p><\/div>\n Anna says that she started hiking when she was 12-13 years old. \u201cThe first camps were in Byurakan with scouts from other countries. Then the university began and I stopped hiking for several years. I have been following ArmGeo for more than three years, but for some reason did not join their hikes. My brother inspired me, when he started to hike with them in 2019. He introduced me to ArmGeo, and now I consider myself a part of this big family\u201d.<\/p>\n Anna says that it is impossible to list all the reasons why she participates in hikes. \u201cI love sunsets and sunrises on the mountains, colors, and the pleasant fatigue after a long walk. I love meeting new people and seeing my friends with whom we already share many memories. On the other hand, hikes are endless discoveries. Firstly, you discover yourself, then a hiker next to you, and then the nature. To be honest, I still have many fears. In the mountains, I try to find stronger Anna. One day I will find her\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/a>The hardest ascent<\/h3>\n
<\/a><\/a>Endless discoveries<\/h3>\n