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• The high-mountainous Lake Sevan is the u201cpearl of Armeniau201d. Lake Sevan u2013 located at an altitude of 1,900 m above sea level in the center of the Armenian highland, 63 km northeast of the Armenian capital of Yerevan city and is the largest of the Caucasus lakes. From all sides, Sevan is surrounded by mountain ranges, offering a stunning view of alpine lake.. The lake is famous for its purest fresh water, and pure mountain air has a beneficial effect on health.

• The monastery complex Sevanavank is located on the peninsula of Sevan. In 305, it was founded by St. Gregory the Illuminator, who built the church on the place of a pagan temple. In the 9th century the princes of Syunik made Sevan a point of their suppurt. In 874 the wife of the Syunik prince Vassak and the daughter of the king Ashot Bagratuni u2013 Mariam built here two churches u2013 St. Arakeloc and St. Astvatcatcin. They are rich in various wood-carved capitals, a aprt of which is kept in the Armenia State Museum of History and in the Art Gallery of St. Petersburg (Hermitage). In 1869 a spiritual school opened in the complex. On the top of the mountain of the island the remnants of the church with a domed hall are preserved. The teritory of the cloister is rich in khachqars (cross-stones).

• Haghartsin monastery is a spiritual and cultural center of medieval Armenia, located 12 km from Dilijan, surrounded by thick woods, beautiful landscapes. It is considered to be a unique example of architecture and nature harmony. The Haghartsin monument is located on a plateau surrounded by forested mountains, far beyond the settlements, with remarkable architectural value monuments and over hundreds of inscriptions, which contain rich material on the socio-political history of medieval Armenia.

• Yell Extreme Park is located in Yenoqavan village, Tavush region. As the first extreme amusement park in Armenia, it allows doing extreme sports without being a professional.nThe first zip-line flight took place in July 2015, a year later in July 2016 the quantity of visitors surpassed 5000. In that period the activities were regularly accrued. nIn April 2016 the Rope Park was opened, a place, one can do a wide variety of sport elements such as rope climbing exercises, obstacle courses and zip-lines. Neither climbing techniques nor special physical fitness experience are necessary. nIf you like adrenaline, new emotions and extreme sport and want to feel alive, it's just for you.nPlease note that the cost of activities is not included in the price, you need to choose them on the spot and pay there by card or by cash.

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

• Specialized infant seats are available

• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.