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