10 km | 400 m
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Climbing Mt. Gutanasar
Black Lava and a small church
Climbing Mt. Gutanasar
Black Lava and a small church
10 km | 400 m
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Gutanasar is a volcanic mountain in Kotayk province, near the village of Fantan. In winter, it becomes a quiet and peaceful place with only a little snow. The frosty slopes offer stunning views of the beautiful Geghama Mountains.

At the base of the mountain, you’ll find black lava formations, which are a popular spot for Instagram photos, as well as the historic Surb Astvatsatsin Church, adding to the charm of the area. Gutanasar is the perfect destination for a calm winter visit to enjoy nature and breathtaking views.
Why should I go on this hike
Why should I go on this hike
We will visit the famous frozen black lava of Mount Gutanasar and take Instagram-worthy photos against the backdrop of this natural monument.
We will see beautiful obsidian stones, also known as volcanic glass, which you can take as a souvenir from the hike.
We will visit the church of St. Mariam Astvatsatsin, located on the picturesque slopes of the volcano.
We will climb to the summit of Mount Gutanasar, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Yerevan, Mount Ararat, and other peaks of the Armenian Highlands.
At one of the stops, we will brew delicious coffee.
At the end of the hike, a festive dinner will be waiting for us.
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