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Resorts in Armenia |
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There are many
resorts in the main cities of Armenia. Tsaghkadzor, Sevan, Dilijan,
Vanadzor and Jermuk are famous for their good holiday resorts. The
information about some resorts in Armenia is available here. |
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Tsaghkadzor |
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Tsaghkadzor city ("Valley of flowers") is
considered to be one of the most popular winter resorts of Armenia. It
is one of the places of our mountainous country, where the beauty of the
nature appears with its whole variety. Tsaghkadzor is situated in Kotayk
region, 50 kilometers North from Yerevan, on the eastern slope of
Teghenis Mountain and is surrounded with virginal woods and alpine
meadows. |
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Vanadzor |
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It is located in a mountainous region of
Armenia, at an altitude of about 6,500 ft (2,000 m) above sea level
(similar to Big Bear). The climate is seasonal, sub-zero during the
winter and in the 80's and 90's (27ºC to 32ºC) in the summer.
Vanadzor is widely known for its wonderful "Lory" mineral water, clean
running springs, green hills, and snow-capped mountains, visible in all
directions. The city is now in the process of rebirth and change. Owing
to its beauty and rich culture, Vanadzor is called The Beauty of Lory,
Sanatorium City, City of Music, and Masters City. Vanadzor is also known
for its light industry, chemical plants, and the production of fine
cognac, jewelry and precious metals. |
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Lake Sevan |
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The fascination and the pearl of
mountainous Armenia is Sevan Lake, which is one of the world's greatest
high altitude fresh-water lakes. It is about 1900 m above sea level. The
lake is of volcanic origin and is surrounded with mountains of 3000 m
and higher. The beautiful landscape and the crystal water serve nice
preconditions for excellent rest. The lake is also famous for its
peninsula and medieval church complex built in 874. |
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Dilijan |
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Dilijan entices people with its
unforgettable beauty and mild climate. The city stretches on the banks
of Aghstev river, surrounded with mountains and forests. Dilijan has the
fame of a health resort. The warm sun, fresh air and natural spas have
great healing influence on people. Dilijan is also rich in interesting
architectural monuments. |
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Jermukn |
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The famous health resort Jermuk is in the
north-eastern part of Vayots Dzor. Jermuk mineral waters have been
famous for their medicinal properties since early medieval. A special
drinking gallery has been constructed for visitors, along which pump
rooms with mineral water are lined up. The water temperature varies from
30 to 50 degrees C. |
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