Wings of Tatev | Tatever — Local services in Syunik Province

The longest cable car in the world offers spectacular views on the way to a solemn church and monastery. The ride also provides information (in English as well as other languages) about the different landmarks along the ride. The nearby cafe is also exceptional, and there is free wifi.

One issue is that the return trip is not organized (boarding times are not specific) and there can be a large number of people that try to cut in line. Also, security will not do anything about it! I had to wait in line for a return trip for an hour and a half. During the wait, I tried to prevent some disrespectful non-Armenian tourists (some drunk) from cutting in line, and the security simply disappeared! The cable cars are small, so letting drunk and disorderly people aboard could be very dangerous. As such, the security personnel need to be more proactive.

For parents with very little children, asking to cut in line is fine, but it is not okay when large numbers of people try to cut in line, every cut like that adds an extra 15 minute of wait!

It would be nice if the return ticket had a specific time as well. I think this could go a long way towards resolving the issues I...

Wings of Tatev is a 5.7 km (3.5 mi) cableway between Halidzor and the Tatev monastery in Armenia. It is the longest reversible aerial tramway built in only one section, and holds the record for Longest non-stop double track cable car. Construction was finished on 16 October 2010.

Wings of Tatev aerial tramway is located in Syunik region, 250 km to the south of Yerevan.

Total ride time from Halidzor station to Tatev monastery is about 12 minutes; a much shorter trip than the 40 minute ride along the steep serpentine road that follows the Vorotan gorge. Flying over the gorge, the aerial tramway cabin reaches its maximum height of 320 meters. When the first cabin reaches the Tatev station, the second one arrives at the Halidzor station. After the Wings are reloaded, the movement starts again in the opposite direction. Each cabin accommodates 30 passengers and one steward. The ropeway can accommodate about 240 passengers per hour. Powerful pillars divide the ropeway into four sections. The longest section is 2.7 km and overlooks the Tatev...

"Wings of Tatev" is an engineering marvel and a major tourist attraction in Armenia, holding the record for the world's longest reversible aerial tramway. Opened in 2010, the tramway spans 5.7 kilometers across the Vorotan Gorge, offering passengers a spectacular 12-minute ride from the village of Halidzor to the ancient Tatev Monastery. This journey provides breathtaking panoramic views of the rugged, deep gorges and lush forests that characterize the region's dramatic landscape.

The tramway was designed not only as a transportation solution but also as a way to boost tourism and access to one of Armenia's most cherished historical sites. The ride on the "Wings of Tatev" is often described as a thrilling experience, as the cable car soars high above the gorge, giving passengers a bird's-eye view of the natural beauty and the architectural wonder of Tatev Monastery as they approach. For many, this journey becomes a highlight of their visit, enhancing their appreciation of the area's natural and historical...