Visite de groupe: Khor Virap, Noravank, Tatev, Téléphérique
Description
Ce circuit emmène au monastère de Khor Virap, un endroit idéal pour contempler les vues les plus pittoresques du mont Ararat. Puis c'est le complexe monastique Noravank, qui est magnifique dans sa conception car de la Sainte Mère de Dieu est un monastère à deux étages. Le dernier arrêt est au monastère de Tatev qui est un centre spirituel ayant une signification importante scientifique et politique. Le monastère est entouré d'une nature magnifique. C'est là où vous pouvez prendre le téléphérique le plus long du monde sans arrêts – «Tatever».
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Itinéraire
point de départ et de retour
Khor Virap est le lieu de pèlerinage le plus célèbre d'Arménie, car il est directement lié à l'adoption du christianisme. En tant que religion d'État, le christianisme en Arménie a été adopté en 301 en raison des efforts de saint Grégoire l'Illuminateur, qui, avant de convertir le roi Trdat Le 3 au christianisme, a été emprisonné dans le donjon, sur lequel une église du monastère de Khor Virap a été construite au 17ème siècle. Du monastère, on peut admirer la vue imprenable sur le mont biblique Ararat.
En passant par une route étroite, entourée de rochers de cent grottes, on découvre une scène d'harmonie de l'architecture avec la nature. Le monastère, enchâssé avec de belles solutions architecturales et des embellissements luxueux, est l'un des exemples les plus brillants de l'architecture arménienne du 13ème siècle. Noravank se compose des églises Saint-Karapet, Saint-Grégoire-l'Illuminateur et l'église Saint-Astvatsatsin (Sainte Mère de Dieu) à deux étages, qui est remarquable pour son travail constructif et sculptural idéal.
Les cloches de l'église sonnaient fort à Tatev le 16 octobre 2010, annonçant le lancement d'un programme de relance d'un complexe monastique médiéval et l'ouverture de "Wings of Tatev" Ropeway. Le téléphérique de 5,7 km, construit en 11 mois, traverse une profonde gorge de la rivière Vorotan et sur des collines, couvertes de forêts luxuriantes. Le tramway est soutenu par trois tours entre ses deux terminus. Un terminal se trouve sur une colline, surplombant le village de Halidzor et l'autre est près du monastère Tatev, sur la route du village Tatev. Deux cabines fonctionnent à la fois, voyageant dans des directions opposées. Il y a 6 câbles au total (3 pour chaque cabane), chacun prévu de manière unique pour les spécifications de ce projet. En 11 minutes environ, une cabane transporte les passagers, 30 à la fois, du village de Halidzor au magnifique complexe de Tatev.
Parmi les piliers architecturaux de Zangezour, le monastère de Tatev n'a pas ses "rivaux". C'était le monastère médiéval le plus riche d'Arménie. En plus d'être un centre religieux, Tatev était également le centre stratégique important du royaume de Syunik. Étant situé sur un lieu naturellement défendu, le monastère de Tatev a toujours été une forteresse imprenable pour les étrangers. Dans des conditions politiques instables, plusieurs voies secrètes sur le territoire de la forteresse menaient au canyon et servaient de lien entre le monastère et le monde extérieur.
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Avis des voyageurs
Informations importantes
- Les enfants en bas âge doivent être assis sur les genoux d'un adulte
- Landau ou poussette possible pour les bébés et enfants en bas âge
- Transports en commun disponibles à proximité
- Convient à toutes les conditions physiques
- Les enfants doivent être accompagnés par un adulte
- Fonctionne dans toutes les conditions météorologiques, veuillez vous habiller convenablement
- La durée est approximative
- Les sièges ne seront pas connus à l'avance
Avis(580)
I highly recommend this tour. Marina and Hovsep are an INCREDIBLE team. From start to finish, and between his professional and smooth driving skills and her total mastery as a tour guide and host, we were in perfect hands. This tour will start out at Khor Virap, one of the most famous monastic sites in all of Armenia due to its gorgeous view of Mount Ararat and its proximity to the Turkish border. Fascinating archaeology and history. Next it’s over to Noravank, located in a stunning setting. A first class lunch after that. I’m not kidding, this was amazing barbecue with all the fixings. Once everyone was good and fed, we were off to Tatev. Far flung, the journey there will give you a chance to really see the geographical gorgeousness of this country. And getting to the monastery itself is incredible. The Wings of Tatev ropeway is simultaneously peaceful and exciting, as you glide across this stunning gorge. Tatev itself is a very spiritual place, and you’ll have time to enjoy nature and learn about the religious history and architecture. If you’re on the fence, this tour is worth it. Maybe grab a doppio espresso before you board that bus! Just a thought! Thanks again to Marina and Hovsep for an unforgettable and first-class experience!!!
The tour guide was very informative , slightly laborious in English.. each stop there was enough time to listen to the information of the tour guide and explore by yourself. Lunch was very well provided for with free wine and brandy offered. My favourite stop was the Noravank monastery for the scenery. Overall worth the money. Slight downside was the people I was sat next to on the bus but the operator can't do much about that.
Unique experience. I lived every moment. I wanna do it again.
We had a wonderful time on the Tatev Tour with Edward as our guide and Aro as our driver. It was a long day, but it was fun from start to finish and well worth it. Edward was knowledgeable, friendly, and kept the tour interesting with great insights throughout the trip. We highly recommend this tour!
Thank you so much for your lovely words! We would be thrilled to welcome you back to Armenia soon!
Trip with Eduard was one of the best experiences in my life. Beautiful views were accompanied by his insightful stories, which helped me learn about the places with such a deep history. Also the driver Aro was really carefull on the road so I felt safe on a curvy Armenian roads
We very much appreciate your highest mark! We will be very glad to organize your trips anytime you visit our lovely country!
I liked the way Edward talked about Armenia. It was interesting and delicious. Also really liked how Edward revealed Tatev. It's a special place. Definitely advised.
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Eduard was an excellent guide. The driver Aro was great as well. We had sufficient time to explore after the guided tour. Eduard would give interesting knowledge during the drive itself. Hyur is a great operator, we would do it again for sure!
Thank you so much for your excellent review! Hope to meet you during our tours again!
We had an amazing time The for guide Edward was very knowledgeable . We had enough time to take all the pictures and photos . Our driver Aro is a very good driver. The lunch that we took in a family owned restaurant was very delicious and organized . I really recommend this tour.
The nice experience of our customers is our priority! Thank you for your highest mark!
Edward the tour guide did excellent job . Aro the driver did great through the whole trip.
We are very grateful for the nice review! You are always welcome to Armenia!
The tour guide MARINA was very good. Very emphatic. Very resilient. , when we had a cloud and thunders when we got to the cable car we waited until it was gone and did it. She didn’t cancel it immediately and I was very happy that thanks to her we did it eventually. Not only that. How she managed to move between the English speakers and Russian speakers and manage all the things I thought it was very impressive. . About the places they were very impressive. Very long day but it was worth it. I liked that we had a big bus on this tour with ports to charge your iPhone , and WiFi. Thanks marina for a great trip.
Thank you for the warm review! Our company will gladly take care of your vacation during your next visit to Armenia!
