Yeghegnadzor; a City in Armenia

Armenian Valley near Yeghegnadzor

Yeghegnadzor (Armenian: Եղեգնաձոր; anciently, Yeghegik, until 1935, Keshishkend, from 1935–1957, Mikoyan) (Persian: یغگنادزور) is the capital of the Armenian province of Vayots Dzor. The name of the city means "the valley of canes" in the Armenian language. During Joseph Stalin's time, the city was renamed after Soviet politician Anastas Mikoyan. The town is located 123 km south of the capital Yerevan, on a small river called "Serkoghunk" (Armenian: Սրկողունք), at a height of 1194 meters above sea level.

General information:

Yeghegnadzor is one of the ancient settlements of the historic province of Syunik within Greater Armenia (Armenia Mayor). It was mentioned in history since the 5th century. The ruins of a medieval fortress could be found near the city.

The main economical activities in the city are based on construction sector and industry. The most important industrial firm of the city is the wine factory. There are many firms as well for electro-mechanical tools production. Lighter productions of canned foods, textile and jewellery are also found in the town.

Noravank Monastery

In the suburbs of Yeghegnadzor, agriculture remains the main activity of the population.

Education and sports:

The town has four public education schools, three kindergartens, one intermediate college, one music and art school and one sport school. The geological museum of the town was opened in 2002. Yeghegnadzor is home to Arpa Yeghegnadzor football club which is currently inactive.

Neraby attractions:

• The historical "University of Gladzor" of the 13th century is located in the village of Gladzor just outside Yeghegnadzor.

• Noravank Monastery of the 13th century is located few kilometers away from Yeghegnadzor.

• Spitakavor Surb Astvatsatsin Church of the 14th century is located a way above the town of Yeghegnadzor near Boloraberd Fortress.