From Dzoraglukh village to Hankavan recreational zone

Hiking trail description
This trail is located in Dzoraglukh village of Aragatsotn province. The trail passes through solid path, forests and the peaks of Tsaghkunyats sierra. The panoramic view of the trail is wonderful, hikers can see many peaks of other sierras and the peaks of Aragats. It ends in Yeghipatrush village near Yeghipatrush church.

Monuments description
Mount Teghenis 1 is situated on the border of Aragatsotn and Kotayk provinces and has 2801 m altitude from the sea level. On the slopes of the mount are situated the recreational zones of Armenia: Hankavan, Bjni, Aghveran, Arzakan, Buzhakan that are known with their healing mineral waters, wet and fresh air, and soft climate.
Hankavan village is considered as a spa and recreational zone, it is 2000 m above from the sea level. The village is surrounded with mountains covered with forests and has many mineral sources.
Also, it is recommended to visit Kecharis Monastery, ropeway and Hankavan natural mineral pool.

Flora
Tsaghkunyats sierra is mainly forested. The climate is wet that is why the mountains are covered with oak, hawthorn, sesame trees. On the slopes of the sierra various herbs are growing.

Fauna
Tsaghkunyats sierra has very rich fauna. On the way hikers can meet wolves, foxes, wild rabbits etc. The birds are forest and field loose, whale, quail, reindeer, woodpecker. Also, during hot season the snakes are also evident on the slopes of the mount.

Safety and Security
The mobile connections of Ucom and Viva Cell-MTS functions without interruptions. In case of emergency, call 911 or 112. Be aware of leashed-off dogs in the villages.

Technical parameters
Best period: May-October
Distance: 68 km from Yerevan
Duration: 1 hour 23 min
Hiking trail length: 12 km
Walk duration: 5 hours
Altitude from the see level: 2040-2600m
Take hot tea or bottled water with you

How to reach to the trail
First of all, the hikers must reach to Hankavan village by car. Please, use taxi service with taximeters.