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Vayots Dzor is an

alluring locale for

history enthusiasts. An abundance of natural resources like

obsidian, tuff, and basalt, fertile soil, and the rivers and streams

that flow through Vayots Dzor encouraged human settlement as early

as 6,000 years ago. The following historical attractions date from

ancient millennia to the Middle Ages. Whether exploring the ruins of a 13th-century church or climbing atop the walls of a medieval fortress, there are an assortment of sites in Vayots Dzor that bring history to life.

Medieval khachkars with the three-tiered design (Photo by Hayk Melkonyan)

Historical Attractions