Kayanberd
Կայանբերդ
A 13th-century hilltop fortress ruin above the canyon below Haghpat, reachable by hiking from Haghpat with excellent views of the monastery.
Kayanberd (Kayan Fortress) was built by the Zakarian dynasty in the 13th century to protect Haghpat Monastery. The ruins include surviving walls, towers and a small chapel, set on a cliff where the Debed Canyon meets a side valley, with excellent views. It takes about 40 minutes to walk from Haghpat Monastery along a footpath; the trail is in average condition and has few signposts. It is free, has no facilities, and is suitable as a half-day hike to add to an itinerary.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Haghpat Monastery
- Mikoyan Brothers Museum
- Sanahin Monastery
- Sanahin Bridge
- Akhtala Monastery
- Horomayr Monastery
- Odzun Church
- Kobayr Monastery