Amberd is located at an altitude of 2100 meters near the confluence of mountain rivers
During the tour to Aragats, many travelers visit the ancient fortress of Amberd. It is located at an altitude of 2100 meters near the confluence of mountain rivers. The medieval structure is impregnable: you can get to it only by a serpentine, hidden on a slope and absolutely impassable in winter. Therefore, to visit the attractions you need to choose a warm season.
The fortress was founded in the 7th century by the princes of the Kamsarakan family. In the future, it repeatedly passed from one owner to another. Amberd was destroyed several times: first by the Seljuks, then by the Mongols. However, up to the present, the powerful basalt fortifications and the temple have preserved here. Visiting the fortress, you can take beautiful photos of the mountainous nature and get acquainted with the medieval architecture of Transcaucasia.
