Aragatsotn: Hotels and Accommodation

Activities in Aragatsotn include mountaineering, hikes along mountain trails, and the challenging ascent of Mount Aragats via Lake Kari. You can book a hotel in Aragatsotn.

Places and Surroundings

Lake Kari is a high-altitude lake on the slopes of Mount Aragats, located at approximately 3,185 to 3,200 metres. The medieval Amberd Fortress, built between the 10th and 13th centuries, is also located on the slopes of Mount Aragats; Vahramashen Church stands nearby.

The surrounding area of Aragatsotn includes Krablur, Garep’os, Amberd, Minoyi K’arap’, Khoch’er, Asaturi K’arap’ and Genjoyi K’arap’.

Amberd Lerr is located in the vicinity of Aragatsotn.

History

Aragatsotn is home to medieval fortresses, monasteries, churches, khachkars, the remains of ancient settlements and prehistoric megalithic monuments.

Regional Classification

Aragatsotn is a region in northwestern Armenia, with Ashtarak as its administrative centre.

Other subregions of Aragatsotn include Byurakan, Ashtarak, Awan, Yernjatap, Jrambar and Oshakan.

Landscape

The region encompasses high mountain plateaus, alpine meadows, deep gorges, fast-flowing rivers and fertile valleys. The southern areas also feature orchards, vineyards and agricultural land.

Culinary Delights

Aragatsotn is associated with wineries and local cuisine.

Climate

Aragatsotn has pronounced altitude-related climatic differences: summers are warm in the valleys, while the highlands of Mount Aragats remain frozen for most of the year and snow may still be present in summer.

Mountains

Mount Aragats is the mountain that defines the region and is described as the highest mountain in Armenia; it rises to approximately 4,090 metres.

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