Sights of Armenia Tavush

Dilijan National Park

  • RegionTavush
  • Distance from Yerevan108.9 km
  • TypePark

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About this place

There are four national parks in Armenia: Sevan, Arpi, Arevik, and Dilijan. Dilijan National Park, located in the Tavush region, is considered a unique reserve, rich in ecological resources, protected tree species, and diverse vegetation. The reserve was established in 1958 with the goal of protecting beech and oak forests, pine groves, juniper woodlands, and mountain lakes. In 2002, it was converted into a national park. Dilijan National Park is divided into four sections: Dilijan, Shamakhyan, Haghartsin, and Gosh. The park is home to Parz and Gosh lakes, the Aghstev and Getik rivers, as well as several historical landmarks, including Haghartsin, Matosavank, Goshavank, Jukhtakvank, Aghavnavank, Aghjkaberd, and more.

Interesting

facts about Dilijan National Park

  1. Dilijan National Park covers an area of approximately 24,000 hectares.

  2. The park contains 102 species of trees, 38 species of poisonous mushrooms, 170 species of edible mushrooms, and 120 species of edible fruit-bearing shrubs. Additionally, 280 animal species inhabit the park, 53 of which are listed in the Red Book. There are over 40 species of mammals, 150 species of birds, 800 species of beetles, and numerous species of fish and reptiles.

  3. The reserve is also known for its medicinal herbs, edible plants, and fodder crops.

Weather in Tavush

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 Dilijan National Park depends on the weather conditions.

Dilijan National Park

FAQ

What is Dilijan National Park?

Dilijan National Park is one of Armenia's four national parks, alongside Sevan, Arpi and Arevik. It lies in the Tavush region, covers about 24,000 hectares and is rich in protected tree species and diverse vegetation.

When was Dilijan National Park created?

The reserve was established in 1958 to protect beech and oak forests, pine groves, juniper woodlands and mountain lakes. In 2002 it was converted into a national park.

What can you see in Dilijan National Park?

The park is home to Parz and Gosh lakes, the Aghstev and Getik rivers and historical landmarks including Haghartsin, Matosavank, Goshavank, Jukhtakvank, Aghavnavank and Aghjkaberd.

What plants and animals live in the park?

The park has 102 tree species, 170 species of edible mushrooms and 120 species of edible fruit-bearing shrubs. 280 animal species live here, among them over 40 species of mammals and 150 species of birds, and 53 of these animal species are listed in the Red Book.

Which sections is the park divided into?

Dilijan National Park is divided into four sections: Dilijan, Shamakhyan, Haghartsin and Gosh.

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