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Sevan National Park

Región

Gegharkunik

Distancia desde Ereván

64.1 km

Tipo

Parque

Sevan National Park was established in 1978 and is under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Armenia. The park was created to protect the lake ecosystem, as well as endemic species of fish, plants, and animals. Among the bird species found here are the Armenian gull, red-crested pochard, mallard, black tern, red-billed grebe, white-tailed eagle, marsh harrier, and others. Other groups of wildlife in the park include numerous species of reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. The park’s territory is also rich in historical and cultural monuments, including Sevanavank, Hayravank, Vanevank, and the Noratus khachkar field, among others.

Interesante

datos sobre Sevan National Park

Hechos

Within Sevan National Park lies Lake Sevan, the largest high-altitude freshwater lake in the South Caucasus.

The park contains 4 nature reserves, 2 wildlife sanctuaries, and zones designated for recreation and economic use.

In Sevan National Park and its protected zones, 267 species of birds have been recorded, 39 of which are included in the Red Book of Armenia. Among them, the Armenian gull is endemic to the region.

Clima en Gegharkunik

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 National Park Sevan depends on the weather conditions.

Lugares de interés

cerca Sevan National Park

Sevanavank Monastic Complex

4 km

Lake Sevan

4 km

Tsaghakadzor City

31 km

Orbeli Brothers House Museum

33 km