Khndzoresk Village — Historical and Natural Sights in Syunik
Khndzoresk is located 13 km from the town of Goris. The village is famous for its natural stone carpets. Old Khndzoresk is situated on the slopes of two hills, where level ground allowed the construction of settlements, so people lived in caves.
Historical Significance
During the Syunik national liberation movement (1722–1730), due to its geographical location, Khndzoresk served as an impregnable citadel. The village is the burial place of one of Armenia’s Supreme Commanders, Mkhitar Sparapet, along with his wife Gohar and their son Aaron.
The Swinging Bridge
Recently, a unique structure opened in Khndzoresk — the «Swinging Bridge». The bridge has a length of 160 meters, stands 63 meters above the deepest part of the gorge, has a width of 1.5 meters, and weighs 14 tons. It can hold up to 700 people at the same time. Offering magnificent views, the bridge connects the two banks of Old Khndzoresk.
