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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Garni Temple

Garni, Armenia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 93 2026
Garni Temple

A Greco-Roman colonnaded temple on a basalt cliff above the Azat River gorge in Armenia. Visitors walk around the temple grounds and the adjacent Roman bathhouse, with mountain and gorge views.

Highlights

  • Ionic colonnaded temple
  • Azat River gorge views
  • Roman bathhouse mosaic

Good to know

  • Entry 1,500 drams per person, card accepted
  • Parking 200 to 300 drams
  • Bus 266 from Gai Avenue, 30-35 minutes

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