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Top 10 Facts about Tsaghkadzor Ropeway

In Tsaghkadzor, the popular ski resort of Armenia, there is a chairlift with 5 stations and more than a dozen ski runs. The arm chaired ropeway of Tsaghkadzor is located on the eastern slope of Mount Teghenis 1966-2819 m above sea level.

It has been functioning since 1967. From the height of 2819 m, where the speedy chairlift will take you in 32 minutes, all of Armenia is visible at a glance, and if weather is clear, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mount Ararat.Let’s take a look at some of the to facts about it;

1.Tsaghkadzor Ropeway has 5 stations and is full of visitors all year

The rope way is located in the city of Yerevan specifically in the ski village of Tsaghkadzor and has 5 stations and provides lots of ski slopes for skiing. The highest point is 2819 m above sea level, from where you can admire all of Armenia on your feet.It is one of the best activities in this area. 

Moreover, especially in winter season you will enjoy a breathtaking view to Mt. Ararat. Tsaghkadzor rope way is full of tourists all year round. Both professionals and beginners are skiing here as all the necessaries are provided here (professional ski, wear, first aid, training, etc)

2.The Ropeway was once used as a training ground for Soviet Skiers

Tsaghkadzor Ropeway Photo by chiaracomeluna

The Rope way which is one of the best activities done here was once used as a training ground for Soviet skiers,but the lifts have been completely replaced with western equipment, and new runs have been developed as well. There are basically three levels of lifts.

The first one is near the parking lot, where you’ll also find a cafe and food. This lift has seats seating 4 people, and takes you to the bigger staging area. From here there are two lifts you can choose, or you can hang out in the cafe/food joint on this level – which can get quite smoky.

3.The Rope way give the tourists and local visitors unmatched views and beauty 

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From the height of 2819 meters the speedy chairlift will take you where the unmatched beauty of Armenia is opened to you and if you are lucky enough to have good weather you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Mount Ararat.

While on the Ropeway you will be given some of the best treat to nature as you get to see some of the best of Armenian nature from the Ropeway which is more than 2800 meters above the ground and one would love to go there each and every time. 

4.The Ropeway has underwent some important changes over the years

The Ropeway has underwent some important changes over the years to suit customer demands and safety of both the visitors and guides. In 2004 the Italian company 鈥淟EITNER鈥� replaced the former ropeway with a new, modern ropeway.

Now the ropeway and ski slopes are equipped with the best equipment, which guarantees active and safe rest for the visitors and fans of ski racing. There are also bar-cafes around and emergency, first aid, training and other services are always available and also in 2017 important investments were made. 

5.The Tsaghkadzor is located in the town of Tsaghkadzor 

The town Tsaghkadzor was founded in the 3rd century and is located at the feet of Biblical Ararat Mountain. The word Tsaghkadzor stands for 鈥渢he valley of flowers.鈥� The town is located about 50 kilometers of the capital of Yerevan and leads to Lake Sevan.

The best way for going there is driving or hiring a car or taxi. The town is one of the most visited places in the whole of Armenia and among the most beautiful towns in the country. It also is among God’s beautiful wonders when you look at the town from the Ropeway. 

6.The Ropeway also provides the best techniques and equipment

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The Ropeway also provides the best techniques and equipment than most of its piers. Thaghkadzor Ropeway and its ski area are the best in the Caucasus. Tsagkhadzor鈥檚 artificial snow machines and trail groomers guarantee enjoyable skiing in any weather.

These place will satisfy both professional amateurs and skiers and guarantee active and safe recreation for tourists and fans of mountain skiing.Besides the ropeway, Tsaghkadzor has a big casino known as Senator Royale Casino, which is one of the largest entertainment complexes in the country. 

7.Most popular time to visit the Ropeway and Tsaghkadzor at large is during the winter

The most popular season to visit Tsaghkadzor is winter because of the famous ski resort which is the biggest in Armenia and attracts tourists and professional athletes from all around the world for skiing and snowboarding.

Located 50 kilometers away from Yerevan, Tsaghkadzor is one small but magical place in the Kotayk region that will surprise travelers and tourists in any season. Therefore, the best time to visit Tsaghkadzor is whenever you can get there. 

8.The best way to travel to Tsaghkadzor is by taxi

Probably the best option for getting to Tsaghkadzor is to take a taxi from one of the online taxi services (you can see our picks in our travel apps in Armenia guide). It is less than one hour to get to Tsaghkadzor by taxi from Yerevan. The cost is around $12.

This is one of the best transportation across the world and the most common one to go to Tsaghkadzor Ropeway. Most people tend to use this faster method because the train takes longer and the Minibus lacks privacy which most people require when traveling to such a place. 

9.There are several hotels and restaurants near it

There are several hotels and restaurants near it. Hotels near the rope way include; Tsaghkahovit Hotel which is 0.84km from Tsaghkadzor Ropeway, Tsaghkadzor Marriott Hotel (1.66km) and Kecharis Hotel and Resort which is 1.76km away from the Ropeway. 

Restaurants include; Alva Restaurant which is 0.2 miles away from Tsaghkadzor Ropeway, Craftsmen’s Restaunt (0.3 miles), Paulaner Biergarten Tsaghkadzor (0.3 miles), Tumanyan Khinkali (1.3 miles) and Yasaman Tsaghkadzor’s Restaurant which is 1.3 miles away. 

10.The last station of the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway is situated on Mount Tanegizon

It鈥檚 impossible to not take the cable car up to the mountain when you are visiting Tsaghkadzor because that鈥檚 the main attraction there. The famous chairlift goes all the way up to five stations and meets international standards.

The last station is situated on Mount Tanegizon at an elevation of 2819 meters. Skiing down the mountain鈥檚 wide and well-maintained slopes is an unforgettable feeling. From here almost all of Armenia is just under you feet and you can witness the best of the country and its people.