Byureghavan: Hotels and Accommodations

Byureghavan is closely associated with glass and crystal production. The town grew in the mid-20th century around a glass factory. A glass factory associated with Byureghavan began operating in 1947. During the Soviet decades, the production of glass and crystal was both a livelihood and a source of local pride. The name Byureghavan literally means “crystal city.”

Landscape

Byureghavan lies on the left edge of the Hrazdan River gorge and on the Kotayk Plateau. The town is situated at approximately 1,382 meters above sea level, offers views of the surrounding peaks, and faces the surrounding mountains.

In the regional context, Byureghavan is conveniently located on the way into mountainous Kotayk. The spa town of Arzni, with its springs, can be reached from Byureghavan; the Hrazdan Gorge itself is also accessible from here.

Culture and History

Byureghavan preserves the well-maintained appearance of a Soviet factory settlement. The settlement was given the name Byureghavan in 1974. The town’s library is associated with events marking Mother Language Day.

Surroundings

Near Byureghavan are Arts’akhyan Paterazmum Zohvats Azatamartikneri, Yerkrord Ashkharhamartum Zohvatsneri, Khandzut, and Mrtablur. In the surrounding area of Byureghavan are Razvaliny Dovri, Gut’anasar, Andzav, and Ch’arents’ Ye.

Those wishing to book a hotel in Byureghavan can continue their accommodation search afterward. Other destinations in Kotayk: Arzni, Dzoraghbyur, Kamaris, Arzakan, Karashamb, Aramus, Meghradzor, Arinj.

For the overarching travel overview: Kotayk.