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The Top 20 Attractions in Ararat

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Ararat. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Ararat is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 6, 2025

Symphony of Stones

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The hexagonal basalt columns protrude up to 300 m out of the canyon like huge organ pipes. They were created by the meeting of fire and water.

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Geghard Monastery

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Wonderful historical monastery from the 7th / 8th centuries century

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Temple of Garni

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The Hellenistic temple dates from the 1st century AD and stands as if on a pedestal high above the Azat Canyon. Also worth seeing are the excavations of the Roman baths.

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Khor Virap Monastery

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Fantastic monastery on the border with Turkey. Here Christianity was declared the state religion in 301.

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Azat River

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The Azat (Հայերեն. Ազատ) is a river in Armenia. Its source is on the western slope of the Geghama mountains. It flows through Garni, Lanjazat and Arevshat. It flows into the Aras near Artashat.
See: en.advisor.travel/poi/Azat-River-3170

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Drinking Fountain Near Garni Temple

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One of the many drinking fountains in Armenia that can also be used for free. The water is safe to drink.

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Prison of Saint Gregory the Illuminator (Khor Virap Monastery)

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A ladder leads from the chapel to the dungeon below. Don't be afraid of heights :)

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Geghard Monastery Parking Area

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Starting point for the explorations around the Geghard Monastery. There are also usually souvenir and shopping stalls here. The sweet bread offered there is highly recommended - locals also like to buy it.

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Havuts Tar Monastery Ruins

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Explore both the church and the monastery grounds for various viewpoints and architectural specialties

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Khor Virap Monastery Parking Lot

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There is a large parking lot here, from which you can hike up to the monastery.

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The Top 20 Attractions in Ararat

Symphony of Stones

Geghard Monastery

Temple of Garni

Khor Virap Monastery

Azat River

Drinking Fountain Near Garni Temple

Prison of Saint Gregory the Illuminator (Khor Virap Monastery)

Geghard Monastery Parking Area

Havuts Tar Monastery Ruins

Khor Virap Monastery Parking Lot

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