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210 km from Yerevan center

Region: Syunik

The scientific expeditions proved Karahunj (Zorats Karer) to be one of the oldest observatories in the world. It is said to be about 7500 years old. Some of the precisingly arranged huge stones have holes bored into them, which were used for astrological observations. The petroglyphs, found nearby Karahunj, reveal that the early inhabitants in Armenia were well aware of astrology.

Open:

Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 18:00

Admission:

1 500 AMD

per person

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Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory

Karahunj (Zorats Karer) Observatory

210 km from Yerevan center

Admission: 1 500 AMD

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