Smbataberd — Attraction in Vayots Dzor Province

Smbataberd Fortress

140km from Yerevan. See location Smbataberd fortress is built from 10 to 13cc., but some sources mention major battle at the fortress in 5th c.. Today it’s one of the biggest staying fortress in Armenia. You can reach the fortress walking from villages Yeghegis (3km) and Artabuynk (2.5km), but the road to Yeghegis is better, or by rover from Artabuynk. No one foto can pass all impressions of real fellings from...

Breathtaking views, brilliant location. Smbataberd was built in a very advantageous position on the southern end of a ridge, guarded by steep cliffs on three of its sides. Very large ramparts with towers are still relatively intact on the exterior. Within the confines of the fortress little remains except for the faint foundations of buildings near the fortification walls and a keep located at the highest point...

Interesting ruins of a 400s mountaintop fortress in a scenic setting. But be aware the "road" up to the fortress is extremely rough. I had an SUV but stopped a bit more than halfway up, parked, and hiked the rest of the way. If you have time, it would be better to park asking along the paved road...