| Lake Sevan region | |
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| Sevan monastery and the lake | |
| Information | |
| Country |  Armenia |
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| Area | 5 349 km² |
| Population | 235 075 hab. () |
| Density | 43,95 inhab./km² |
| Postal code | 1201–1626 |
| Location | |
 40 ° 18 ′ 6 ″ N 45 ° 19 ′ 27 ″ E | |
| Official site | |
The Lake Sevan region is a region ofArmenia.
Regions
The Lake Sevan region corresponds to the Armenian matz of Gegharkunik.
Cities
- 1 Sevan (Սևան)
- 2 Gavar (Գավառ) – Capital of the province of Gegharkunik.
- 3 Martouni (Մարտունի)
- 4 Vardenis (Վարդենիս)
- 5 Shorzha (Շորժա)
Other destinations
Understand
Between the mountains and the sunny shores of Lake Sevan, Gegharkunik is an attractive region where one discovers a rich palette of Armenian history and culture as well as the natural beauty of the landscapes. Located in the eastern part of Armenia, the region is home to the Marsik Valley as well as Mount Azhdahak which rises to 3,598 meters. The administrative center of the region, Gavar, is an important industrial center located on the eastern slope of the Geghama Mountains. Several monuments dating from the Bronze Age adorn this territory and bear witness to the presence of Armenians in the region for thousands of years. Martuni is the second largest urban center in the region and is famous for its fishing industry. The city is located on the commercial crossroads between Syunik and Gegharkunik, not far from the historic city of Koti, dating back over a thousand years. The lands of Marsik are famous for their gold mines which have attracted amateurs since ancient times. The landscapes of Gegharkunik are dotted with churches. From the main road leading to the town of Kamo, one reaches the Church of Hairavank dating from the 9th and 10th centuries. This building is a perfect example of the harmony between architecture and nature. North-east of Gavar, on the shores of Lake Sevan is the Noradouz cemetery, famous for its formidable collection of stone crosses (khachkars), some of which date from the VIIe century. At the crossroads of civilizations, Armenia has always been a platform for international trade. The country was once crossed by the famous Silk Road connecting China to Europe. Caravanserais, stopping points and supplies dating from antiquity, welcomed traders, travelers and explorers. One of the best preserved is the Selim Caravanserail, built in 1332 and located in the upper Selim (Sulema). This pass is located at an altitude of 2,410 meters, on the road connecting the regions of Gegharkunik and Vayots Dzor.
