Garni Gorge
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A geological oddity topped with a 2,000-year-old pagan temple.

The Goght River in Armenia carves through this beautiful, eye-catching gorge, known for its well-preserved basalt columns called the 'Symphony of Stones'.

Why Go

🌊 See unique basalt columns, 'Symphony of Stones'
🏛️ Visit the ancient Garni Temple (1st century AD)
🚶 Explore an 11th-century bridge
🏞️ Enjoy breathtaking vertical cliffs

Why Avoid

⚠️ Local buses don't go to the bottom of the gorge, requires walking or car.
⚠️ Some areas have signs warning of falling rocks.

Tips

💡 Consider visiting Geghard Monastery first, then Symphony of Stones, then Garni Temple to avoid crowds.
♿ Accessible to people with wheelchairs.

Cost

💰 Entrance fee 300 AMD (approx $1).

Hours

🕒 Daily, 09:00 AM to 18:00.

🅿️ Parking

🅿️ Parking fee 200 AMD (less than $1).

Last updated 10 days ago

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