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Called the "Armenian Stonehenge," this ring of menhirs pierced with holes may be a prehistoric astronomical observatory.

πŸ“œ Neolithic stone circle in Sisian, Armenia, known for its pierced menhirs.
πŸ” Also called Karahunj or Carahunge, dated to Middle Bronze or Iron Age, it consists of 223 stones.

Why Go

✨ Explore an ancient site, potentially a prehistoric astronomical observatory.
πŸ—Ώ See unique standing stones, some with circular holes, older than Stonehenge.
πŸŒ„ Enjoy the mysterious atmosphere on a wild, windswept hill.
πŸ“š Rich historical and archaeological significance.

Why Avoid

🌬️ Exposed to winds, remote location, and requires travel to a remote village.
❓ Site's exact purpose remains unknown, theories are debated.
πŸ’Έ Souvenirs at the site may be overpriced.
☁️ Weather conditions can sometimes obscure mountain views.

Tips

πŸŒ… Consider visiting at sunset for a more atmospheric experience.
πŸš• A taxi from Sisian is about 4 km uphill.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Combine visit with nearby sights like Tatev Monastery or Ughtasar petroglyphs.

Cost

πŸ’° Taxi from Sisian approx. 1500-2000 AMD (75-100 CZK).

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