Eghegnazor ((hy)Եղեգնաձոր) | |
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Area | 27 km² |
Population | 7 633 hab. () |
Density | 282,7 inhab./km² |
Spindle | UTC 04:00 |
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![]() 39 ° 46 ′ 0 ″ N 45 ° 21 ′ 0 ″ E | |
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Eghenadzor is a city ofArmenia.
Understand
This small town is in a good location to explore the surrounding sites for a few days and it is a fantastic place for hiking and caving. The town itself is just off the main north-south road and has comfortable accommodation. It is also a very typical Armenian city for those who want an experience outside of Yerevan. Sights to see in the region include Areni Wine Country, the spectacular Noravank Canyon and Monastery, the impressive Smbatabert Fortress and Tsaghatskar Monastery Estate, the former Selim Caravanserai on the Silk Road, sitting on top of the world and many other monuments as well as a number of caves.
To go
The minibuses (Marchoutka) to Eghegnadzor are the best way to get there from Yerevan. The city is an hour and a half drive from Yerevan and taxis will take you there for 18-25 €. The Marchoutkas (approximately 5 €) and shared taxis leave from the Gordzaranayin roundabout, near the metro station of the same name.