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Mount Hatis

Región

Kotayk

Distancia desde Ereván

21 km

Tipo

Montaña

Mount Hatis is located 2.5 km southeast of Kaputan village in Kotayk Province. It rises to 2,528 meters. The mountain has a conical shape, its slopes carved with deep gorges and rocky projections. The Karsunakh springs originate from its southern base. It is also known by other names: Hadis and Shamiram. The name Hadis corresponds to Hades, the Greek god of the underworld, symbolically linked to the dying and resurrecting god Ara. The name Shamiram reflects its position opposite Mount Ara, evoking the Ara the Beautiful and Queen Shamiram legend.

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datos sobre Mount Hatis

Hechos

Mount Hatis is visible from Yerevan.

Ruins of Shamiram’s Fortress and a small cave have been preserved on the mountain.

Clima en Kotayk

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for Hatis mountain depends on the weather conditions.

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