Garni Gorge, Armenia
Marvel at impressive basalt column formations carved by the Goght River at Garni Gorge, a picturesque ravine with an eponymous pre-Christian temple of Mithras perched atop its steep cliff. Thousands of hexagonal volcanic rock bars protrude from the clifftop like a giant curtain, forming what locals call the “Symphony of the Stones.” You’ll see some goatherd huts, an 11th-century bridge, and a few kiosks selling dry fruits. Located some 23 km east of Yerevan, the site is best visited by 4×4 on a dirt road, and offers scenic hiking opportunities.
Epic Armenia Culture & Adventure Route © Monika Newbound
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