The highest mountain in the Republic of Armenia, which has 4 summits, is Aragats (4095 m), and the second highest is Kaputdjugh (3906 m), which is the highest peak in the Lesser Caucasus.
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The slopes of Mount Aragats are a favorite place for many Armenians to have khash, a festive traditional meal. The main ingredient in khash is cow feet, which is cooked for many hours until the meat has separated from the bones and the broth has thickened. Salt, garlic and lemon are added for flavor, and dried lavash (Armenian flat bread) is added to the broth for substance. Khash is typically a winter meal, but since the weather is cool around Aragats year round due to its high altitude, those wishing to have the meal in warmer weather choose restaurants in this area.
Zangezur mountains: Mount Kaputdjugh (Mher Ishkhanyan on Panoramio)
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