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Dilijan (Դիլիջան, map) is a town in Tavush province, in northern Armenia. Located at an elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) above sea level, it has a population of 15,600 (2011 estimate).
Guide to Dilijan Hotels
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Haghartsin Monastery, Dilijan, Armenia
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More on Dilijan
Dilijan is located in a valley on the banks of the Aghstev River. Bordering it to the north are the Lesser Caucasus mountains while in the south is the Semyonovka mountain pass. The town is surrounded by densely forested terrain rich in wildlife.Dilijan is long regarded in Armenia as a spa resort town. It draws artists, composers and film makers there, attracted by its traditional architecture. This is particularly true of the area around Sharambeyan Street, in the Old Town of Dilijan, which has preserved its historical buildings from earlier times. This is particularly true of its monasteries, many of which are today tourist attractions though they are no longer working sites.
Today Dilijan is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination, as more people learn about its cultural heritage. The town has also developed a number of luxury hotels and spas to cater to niche tourism markets.
Visiting Dilijan
There are vans (marshrutni) between Yerevan and Dilijan. A pricier option is to take a taxi from Yerevan. This will cost you approximately 10,000 dram ($33) one way on the meter.Places of Interest in Dilijan
- Goshavank Monastery
12th century monastery in the village of Gosh. While it is no longer a functioning monastery today, it has become a tourist attraction. - Haghartsin Monastery
Located 12 km east of Dilijan, this is one of its most popular religious sites. The monastery dates back to the 13th century and is renowned for its medieval appearance. - Jukhtak Vank Monastery
A small monastery near the Dilijan Mineral Water plant. - Matosavank Monastery
12th century monastery, today in a state of half ruin.
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