Aruch
ArmeniaAM
Place in Aragatsotn, Armenia
Aruch is a village in the Ashtarak Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It is located on the southern part of Mount Aragats. The settlement dates back to the 6th century when it was the winter camp of the royal army. It was later made to a permanent base by Grigor Mamikonian (661-682). The village is the location of the 7th century Armenian monastic complex Aruchavank, adjacent to it are the remains of the Mamikonians' palace.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,014
- Coordinates
- 40.287, 44.078
- Timezone
- Asia/Yerevan
- Elevation
- 1220 m
Overview of Aruch
Aruch — a tiny locality in Armenia — is worth a place on your map. Around 1,014 people live here. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. Plan around adventure and water sports and you will not run out of ideas. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location. Elevation is roughly 1,220 metres.
Things to do in Aruch
Adventure in Aruch
(1)For adventure, expect Boat Rides. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Aruch.
Water Sports in Aruch
(1)For water sports, expect Canoeing. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Aruch.
Best time to visit Aruch
June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.
Getting there & around
Small places like Aruch are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Armenia. Time zone: Asia/Yerevan.
Similar destinations
Places near Aruch that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Aruch known for?
- Aruch, in Armenia, is best known for adventure and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 1,014 residents.
- What can you do in Aruch?
- Recorded activities in Aruch include Boat Rides and Canoeing. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Aruch?
- June to September is the window for swimming, boating and beach time.
- Where is Aruch located?
- Aruch is located in Armenia. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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