Khor Virap State Sanctuary

#148 among destinations in Armenia

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The Khor Virap State Sanctuary is a wetland and protected area that was established within the administrative borders of Pokr Vedi village of the Ararat Province of Armenia, on the left bank of the Khor Virap Church of the Arax River and on 50.28 hectares of moist land of the right-hand side of Artashat, formerly the capital of Armenia. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 2677 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°53'11"N, 44°34'16"E

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Khor Virap State Sanctuary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Khor Virap, Artaxata, Artashat City Stadium.

0.6 miSE
Ruins, Monastery
Khor Virap, Lusarat
16 min walk • Nestled in the shadow of Mount Ararat, Khor Virap stands as a significant landmark in the spiritual and historical landscape of Armenia. This ancient monastery, located near the town of Lusarat, is one of the country's most sacred sites and a pivotal destination for...
0.4 miE
City, Archaeological site
Artaxata, Artashat
12 min walk • Artashat; Hellenized as Artaxata and Artaxiasata, was a large commercial city and the capital of ancient Armenia during the reign of king Artaxias I; the founder of the Artaxiad Dynasty of the ancient Kingdom of Armenia. The name of the city is derived from Iranian languages and means the "joy of Arta".
5 miN
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Artashat City Stadium, Artashat
127 min walk • Artashat City Stadium is a multipurpose stadium in Artashat, Armenia, mostly used for football matches as well as for domestic events of Athletics.

Khor Virap State Sanctuary

Facts and practical information

Khor Virap State Sanctuary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Khor Virap, Lusarat

Artaxata, Artashat

Artashat City Stadium, Artashat