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Zarni-Parni: new life of the old fortress

The cave-fortress complex “Zarni-Parni” is located very conveniently – on the way to the village of Haghpat. On the left, near the road leading to the famous 10th-century monastery, an iron warrior indicates the route. Here you need to turn left and walk about a kilometer along the path leading to the rocks and, in fact, the cave fortresses. You can drive in an oversized vehicle, but then you will deprive yourself of a walk with unforgettable views accompanied by birdsong.
And 15 minutes later you are at your goal: an amazing complex stretches out in front of you. What is this – a modern antique stylization or an original historical object? There is a fortress wall, and caves, and cannons, and houses under tiled roofs, and paths with stone creations of masters, and steps of vineyard terraces

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