Erebuni Reserve

The Erebuni Reserve is a protected nature area in Ararat Province covering about 120 hectares of mountain steppe terrain. The site sits between 1300 and 1450 meters in elevation and contains numerous wild grain species, including various wheat varieties.

The reserve was established in 1981 by the Armenian government to protect native plant species and maintain ecological balance in the region. This action recognized the need to preserve natural grain stocks from being lost.

The site holds meaning for researchers who come to study wild grain species and their natural variations. Visitors can understand the historical importance of these plants to local farming and Armenian heritage.

Visitors must obtain a permit from the Ministry of Nature Protection before entry, as access is restricted for conservation purposes. It is important to arrange this authorization in advance to avoid complications with entry.

The reserve holds the largest concentration of wild wheat species in Armenia, including rare varieties such as Triticum araraticum and Triticum urartu. These genetic resources fascinate scientists because they reveal how grain species evolved over time.

Location: Ararat Province

Inception: 1981

Elevation above the sea: 1,300 m

GPS coordinates: 40.09000,44.38000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:27