Иджеванатун Орбелянов

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Karen Mehrabyan

Level 12 Local Expert

Very interesting place to stop

Georgiy Garey

Level 5 Local Expert

Favourite place:) top view

Вячеслав бонд

Level 30 Local Expert

The text on the plaque is the caravanserai of the Orbelian princes (1332). In medieval Armenia, in parallel with the development of the caravan trade, roads were expanded and improved, and hotels, caravanserais, hotels, and inns were built on the planned sites. Against the background of such structures, the caravanserai of the ruling princes Orbelian was of particular importance in terms of its geographical location and architectural solutions, which is perhaps the best preserved structure compared to other similar monuments of medieval Armenia. - It is located on the Vardenyats Pass, on the section of the Dvin-Partav road of the Silk Road. The construction time of the caravanserai is attested in two construction protocols. There is an extensive inscription on the facade of the main entrance, from which it becomes clear that in 1332, Prince of Princes Cesare Orbelian and his wife Horishah built this peculiar structure to save the souls of their parents and children. According to the second entry, the time of construction of the caravanserai dates back to 1326-1337, which may correspond to the year of completion of the facade. On the left side of the caravanserai facade, a Lion is carved with a tied tail turned from the back to the head, and a bull is depicted on the right. The caravanserai is built of grey polished basalt and consists of three halls. Interior lighting is provided by three wide slits open in the ceiling of the middle arch. Another arch is located in the lobby or in the first hall. The ceiling of the caravanserai consists of three transverse arches, the middle of which is high and the other two are low. On both sides of the hall there are 8 rectangular columns lined with brick, with an equal distance between them. There are 16 stone boats attached between the pillars, similar to horse stalls. The roof is covered from above with wide, tightly fitting slabs, each of which is up to 2 meters long. The caravanserai was fortified and renovated in 1956-59, and partial excavations were carried out on the territory of the monument in 2012. Great views and a breath of fresh air on a sultry summer day.

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Елена Черноиванова

Level 6 Local Expert

We were there in the winter, there was no one else but us. Creepy, but interesting. And what kind of views are there? Separately, it should be said that the road to this place is simply amazing

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Светлана Проскурина

Level 7 Local Expert

Ohhh! Fire place! We didn't expect to see this! It is incredible that people walked for many days through the mountains, found a caravanserai lost on the heights to rest. The building is well preserved, you can imagine how bonfires burned inside, food was cooked, animals were housed. It's very atmospheric. And the view from there is amazing over the valley

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Алекс А.

Level 13 Local Expert

You may not see architectural masterpieces here, but the magnificent natural beauty around, the cleanest air and the unusual appearance and arrangement inside the building itself and its history will definitely not leave you indifferent! Go there alone and stand in silence for a few minutes, imagine what life was like here many centuries ago. You'll like it...

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Дарья К.

Level 6 Local Expert

A magnificent place, very rare in its kind. You should definitely go inside, the dogs at the entrance are very kind, there is no need to be afraid of them. One of the bonuses is that there is a table with a magnificent view, you can have a snack or drink tea, like travelers many hundreds of years ago visiting the princes of Kiev.

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Дарья Г.

Level 13 Local Expert

We accidentally got here and didn't regret it.The views from here are simply gorgeous, it takes your breath away.

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Шушанна Аршакян

Level 20 Local Expert

It is a very ancient structure. It was built of stones stacked on top of each other, and the glue base was egg white with horsehair. Travelers with horses stopped here . The mere realization that you are in a building that is several centuries old is already impressive.

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Елистратов Валерий

Level 17 Local Expert

The beautifully preserved structure, the building's energies and internal vibrations do not match the general description, and the spiritual purpose of the room is being read. The snow is both outside and, of course, inside, probably the height of the snow is about 3 meters.

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Елена Чурекова

Level 12 Local Expert

A small building built in 1300, it is interesting to see how it has been preserved. It is located on the highway route, so it is not difficult to stop by.

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kamo 103

Level 7 Local Expert

There is a photo of the building in a Russian history textbook. It was nice to see the monument firsthand, which is in good condition. Thanks to the security guard for that, too.

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Aleksandra Mosyakova

Level 19 Local Expert

It's an interesting place, but the coolest thing is the views! Just a bomb 💥 and the road to the caravanserai

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Владимир

Level 6 Local Expert

Great views of the valley and cool walls in the summer heat

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Aleksey G.

Level 6 Local Expert

An atmospheric place. Well preserved. The history of the appearance is also impressive, and there are wonderful views from here! Definitely need to stop if you're around

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Рамиль Губаев

Level 16 Local Expert

A very interesting place, the most amazing thing is the stone roof that does not leak after 700 years from the date of construction.

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Valerija Sinica

Level 3 Local Expert

An incredibly atmospheric place very far away and high in the mountains!

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И.Р.А.

Level 30 Local Expert

A place for travelers to stop with their caravans is like no other place. It has its own callorite and unique architecture

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Вера Арбузова

Level 10 Local Expert

An unexpected cultural monument in the mountains. Be sure to stop by and don't drive by. Inside, the rooms are preserved in integrity and beautiful natural light

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Михаил

Level 10 Local Expert

Excellent view of the mountains from the caravanserai. It is better to get here in good weather to fully understand how unique this building is.

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Степан

Level 16 Local Expert

Everything is abandoned inside, but it's still interesting to take a look for about ten minutes. The place was well chosen, the people knew where to camp!))

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Амиран Яломиди

Level 16 Local Expert

A very interesting place!!! Like in a Gothic computer game Well preserved I'm missing some kind of description plate and a little tidying up. And in general, it is necessary to visit

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Юрий

Level 8 Local Expert

Make an already landscaped area around the caravanserai. Playground, toilet, information about the place. Only the merchants there are eternal like this object and their transport is as ancient. A historical place should be beautiful . The view of the valley is beautiful.

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Светлана Баранова

Level 19 Local Expert

You will pass by, do not pass, a viewing platform and a shelter, an overnight stay for travelers of the 13th-16th century, you can have a snack or drink coffee with a beautiful view (take with you) there is only a souvenir shop on site. We recommend it!

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Иван Самохин

Level 7 Local Expert

It's a very unusual place, it's hot outside and it's always cool there. My wife and I were there without a guide, but it's clear that the building is many hundreds of years old.

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Александр Паньшин

Level 8 Local Expert

Both the road to it and the caravanserai itself are impressive. Stunning view down the gorge and the road during the DAY, and especially AT NIGHT to the starry sky!

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Артем М.

Level 9 Local Expert

It's interesting to get into the story, it's fun inside when you imagine what it was like in those years, especially with a good guide

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Мария Васильева

Level 9 Local Expert

It's a very unusual place, it's like time has stopped here. I recommend making a stop and coming in. An elderly couple sells next to the car, they took churchkhela in mulberry syrup, very tasty and unusual

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Айк Мирзоян

Level 5 Local Expert

Magnificent views

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Грушин Анатолий

Level 30 Local Expert

I like such places, it's wild and untamed and that's interesting) if you imagine how people walked along the Silk Road and came here to rest, set up tables, feasted and told a lot of stories!

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Olga

Level 12 Local Expert

A great place to admire the views and touch the antiquities. Admission is free. It's a long way to get from Yerevan

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Андрей Власенко

Level 7 Local Expert

The vastness and impression of the mountains are complemented by a simple-looking but very imaginative historical silk caravan!!

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Дарья Костина

Level 8 Local Expert

Very impressive, not so much from the outside as from the inside!

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Юрий Д.

Level 17 Local Expert

Beautiful pass, very picturesque views! The road is good.

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Kungfu - real fight

Level 6 Local Expert

A unique structure..

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Роман

Level 11 Local Expert

Well-preserved, if on the way, it's worth a look.

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Евгений Сергеевич

Level 10 Local Expert

A very interesting historical place. Be sure to stop and take a walk

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Ivan KKKKKKKKKKKKKK

Level 11 Local Expert

Impressive building! Don't drive by.

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Руссков Никита

Level 9 Local Expert

Beautiful view of the valley

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Abdul Abdurahman

Level 8 Local Expert

Easily accessible, near the road, well-preserved medieval caravanserai

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Анна Мавлевич

Level 11 Local Expert

An interesting place both inside and out.

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ARTUR AGHAJANYAN

Level 7 Local Expert

An interesting place, a beautiful caravanserai.

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Юрий К.

Level 7 Local Expert

An atmospheric place . There is always a man selling nearby . He is a good conversationalist and his wine is delicious

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Настя З.

Level 3 Local Expert

This road is incredibly beautiful

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Ольга Жуланова

Level 15 Local Expert

A beautiful place, worth a visit, go in and feel the spirit of antiquity 👍

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Константин Клюковкин

Level 7 Local Expert

It's impressive. It's better with a guided tour.

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Павлов Ростислав

Level 15 Local Expert

An interesting and atmospheric place, slightly abandoned

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Саша Варданич

Level 3 Local Expert

An interesting place

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Сергей Л.

Level 5 Local Expert

An atmospheric place, every time we find ourselves nearby, we stop here to have a snack with prepared sandwiches and tea from a thermos. All that's missing is a stone table and a coffee machine.

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Николай Яхонтов

Level 6 Local Expert

This is how it was built before that for several centuries the building is still possible to use for its intended purpose. Next to the caravanserai there is a couple, a beautiful grandmother and an elderly man, they assume wine and all sorts of differences, you can taste everything first :) a natural product, so to speak.

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