| Start | : | 01.10.23 07:00 |
| End | : | 01.10.23 21:00 |
| Price: | 7.500AMD |
| 10.500AMD |
This time, within the framework of the tour, we will go to the village of Vernashen, from where we can
we will have a walk to reach Spitakavor monastery.
The buildings of this monastic complex are surrounded by steep gorges on four sides
are built of the whitish felsite that caused it
to be called “White”. A national hero, an ideological leader, is located on the territory of the church.
the grave of the great Armenian general and politician, chief of staff Garegin Nzhdeh.
In 1989 basalt tombstone and red tufa khachkar were installed, on which it is written:
“Peoples incapable of defending themselves with their own forces are punished with death.”
and below, as Nzhdeh wanted, it is added:
“Here rests He who acted as a living sword.”
In fact, apart from its historical, constructive and aesthetic features,
the church is also known as “Nzhdehian pilgrimage site”.
From Spitakavore, we will walk up to the fortress of Proshaberd or Boloraberd.
The fort is a 13th century structure and requires a steep climb to get there.
The fortress was a seat of power, the wall and pyramids have been preserved.
The palace of Prussian princes and other buildings of the fortress were destroyed.
The allusion to Proshaberd on the rock on the way to Berd
the footprints of the horse of David of Sassoon can be seen.
P.S. Please note that this is a pilgrimage and we are expected to walk about 16 km.
a hike of medium difficulty. Participants are advised to wear comfortable, athletic shoes.
in warm clothes, wear a protective hat, have enough food and water for one day.
PRICE INCLUDES
1. guide service
2. transport service
Starting place - Yerevan Komitas State Conservatory.
Taking into consideration that places are limited please contact us and register in advance.
In case of cancellation of the tour which has been confirmed by the client and company,
payment for the booking is made in full.
In case of cancellation, the amount paid is non-refundable.
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