Temple of Garni – View of Azat Canyon loop from Garni

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Temple of Garni – View of Azat Canyon loop from Garni

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Temple of Garni – View of Azat Canyon loop from Garni

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1.37km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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387 m

Entrance to Garni Temple

Highlight • Historical Site

Here you can enter the area of the Garni Temple after paying the 1500 Armenian Dram.

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434 m

Drinking Fountain Near Garni Temple

Highlight • Rest Area

One of the many drinking fountains in Armenia that can also be used for free. The water is safe to drink.

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542 m

The structure is a peripteral temple on a leveled base and was probably dedicated to the god Mihr. The entablature is supported by 24 Ionic columns. Unlike other Greco-Roman temples, it is made of basalt (Wikipedia).

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731 m

View of Azat Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

Impressive gorge. The path next to the river is mostly gravel.

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1.37 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

960 m

342 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

851 m

364 m

115 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Tuesday 20 October

20°C

9°C

59 %

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Comments

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