Lake Gosh

Regione

Tavush

Distanza da Yerevan

119.3 km

Tipo

Lago

This small and picturesque lake, surrounded by dense forests, is located in Dilijan National Park, 2.2 km southwest of Gosh village. Gosh Lake has a natural origin, formed as a result of landslides. The lake measures 100 meters in length, 80 meters in width, and has a maximum depth of 8 meters. It is named after Mkhitar Gosh, a medieval Armenian scholar and public figure, who was also the founder of Goshavank Monastery. The flora and fauna of the lake area are rich and continue to thrive over time.