Garni Canyon and the
Stone Symphony
The Garni Canyon is located in the Garni village in the Kotayk Province of the Republic of Armenia. It stretches along the Azat River. The canyon is famous for its marvelous cliffs and was named the “Stone Symphony” (Kareri Simfonia). The Garni pagan temple and the Havuts Tar Monastic Complex are located on the peak of the Canyon. The peninsula, resembling a guitar that forms at the crossing of the Azat and Goght rivers, can be seen from the Garni Temple. The Stone Symphony is considered to be unique for its rare rectangular and symmetrical rock alignment. In 2011 the Garni historical and cultural museum was bestowed with the UNESCO–Greece Preservation and Management of Historical Land Shafts “Melina Mercury” international prize. The Garni Canyon was recognized as one of the most visited touristic sites.
Garni Temple (Rotating 3D)
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