Berdavan Fortress

The stone fortification includes eleven semi-cylindrical towers with walls reaching heights between 5.5 and 10.5 meters across the hilltop position.

Construction of the fortress began in the 10th century, with major reconstruction work carried out during the 17th century and additional restorations in the 1980s.

The nearby medieval cemetery contains numerous tombstones and traditional Armenian cross-stones known as khachkars, displaying regional artistic stone carving techniques.

The fortress contains a single entrance portal one meter wide in the western wall, with stairs positioned to the south of the entry point.

Archaeological excavations at the site revealed ceramic plates and metal tools, while a secret passage connected the fortress to the canyon through the eastern tower.

Location: Tavush Region

Elevation above the sea: 664 m

GPS coordinates: 41.20376,45.02056

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:58