Dilijan National Park

The Dilijan National Park represents a preeminent environmental, scientific research, and ecotourism reserve in the Republic of Armenia, dedicated to the protection, cultivation, and comprehensive study of unique forest ecosystems, landscape diversity, and historical monuments. This expansive natural sanctuary is situated in the northeastern part of Armenia, within the Vayots Dzor and Tavush mountainous terrains of the Tavush Province, nestled in the basins of the Aghstev and Getik rivers along the slopes of the Pambak, Halab, Miapor, Ishkhanasar, and Areguni mountain ranges, spanning an area of over 24,000 hectares. The official establishment of the protected area dates back to 1958, when it was initially formed as a state sanctuary, and subsequently, in 2002, it was reorganized into a national park by state decree. The primary objective of the institution is the preservation of rich humid beech and oak forests, the protection of the genetic pool of rare fauna and flora, the conservation of prominent hydrological resources including mineral springs, and the advancement of sustainable ecotourism. The structural layout of the complex encompasses several functional zones, centered around strictly protected core reserves, ecological hiking trails, and magnificent natural and historical landmarks located within the park, such as Lakes Parz and Gosh, the medieval monastic complexes of Haghartsin and Goshavank, Jukhtak Vank, and Matosavank. The natural and landscape style of the na

Tavush Province

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