Meghri
ArmeniaAM
Town in Syunik, Armenia
Meghri is a town and the centre of the Meghri Municipality of the Syunik Province in southern Armenia, near the border with Iran. As of the 2011 census, the population of the town was 4,580. According to the 2020 official estimate, Meghri's population is around 4,500. As of the 2022 census, the population of the town was 4,159. Meghri is located 376 km south of the capital Yerevan and 73 km south of the provincial capital Kapan.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 4,805
- Coordinates
- 38.903, 46.245
- Timezone
- Asia/Yerevan
- Elevation
- 650 m
Overview of Meghri
Part of Armenia, Meghri is a village. Population figures land around 4,805. The altitude here is around 650 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect nature, culture and nightlife to fill most of your time. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Meghri
Nature in Meghri
(12)Our data lists Beaches, Desert, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains as nature options here. The full list runs to 12 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Meghri.
Culture in Meghri
(9)Meghri's culture entries include Ancient Ruins, Bridges, Castles, Cathedrals and Historical Sites. All of it is drawn from Meghri's recorded activities. 9 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Nightlife in Meghri
(7)The nightlife shortlist for Meghri: Bars, Casinos, Clubs, Disco and Events. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Meghri. Altogether 7 options are tagged here.
Sports in Meghri
(4)Sports in Meghri covers Biking, Hunting, Running and Trail Running. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Meghri.
Adventure in Meghri
(2)Adventure lovers get Adventure and Shooting Ranges. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Meghri. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Water Sports in Meghri
(1)On the water sports side, Meghri offers Surf. Everything listed here comes from what Meghri is actually tagged with. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Wellness in Meghri
(1)Our data lists Therms as wellness options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Meghri.
Best time to visit Meghri
Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
Getting there & around
Reaching Meghri is easiest with a car once you are in Armenia. Meghri runs on Asia/Yerevan time.
Similar destinations
Places near Meghri that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Meghri known for?
- In Armenia, Meghri stands out for nature, culture and nightlife. That mix defines the typical visit to this 4,805-strong destination.
- What can you do in Meghri?
- Options in Meghri run to Beaches, Desert, Geological Formations, Islands and Mountains — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Meghri?
- Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in June to September.
- Where is Meghri located?
- You will find Meghri in Armenia. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
More about Meghri
Info about Meghri, (Armenia)
Meghri names are also Meghri, Megri, Megris, Megry, Mergi, Me?ri, Mogri, meghri, mei ge li, mghry, ?????, ?????, ?????, ????, ?????, ???, its latitude is 38.9029200, and its longitude is 46.2445800.
Its population is 4.540 people, this area timezone is Asia/Yerevan (Asia/Yerevan_cet).
Meghri is popular for wildlife, beaches, nightlife, mines, castles, therms, trail running, surf, monuments, bars, shooting ranges, hunting, clubs, mountains, biking, national parks, religious sites, statues, islands, nature reserves, pubs, casinos, bridges, scenic roads, geological formations, rivers, events, desert, natural places, disco, adventure, nature, ancient ruins, cathedrals, historical sites, running around Armenia.
More details about Meghri in Armenia (AM)
It has timezone UTC+04:00 (valid in period standard time).
Its dimensions are 3 square kilometers, this is why Meghri is relatively quiet city , good travel destination for people that like quiet destinations as base to sleep, an incredibly calm town with no confusion common in large urban areas. Here you can save money because of its low housing rates, so this is why you and your travel companions may have Meghri like basecamp in order to visit all Armenia and Meghri near cities.
Meghri meters above mean sea level, also called meters above mean sea level (MAMSL) should be around 650 meters above sea. That is why it is a perfect place if you like tall areas to see for your next trip and love mountain rails if you are on holiday to visit a new place.
Meghri shares borders with for example cities like Alvanq. So you could easily go to these other surroundings for new destinations in Armenia.
If you want detailed info for this city have a look at its official website http://www.meghri.am .
Interactive Meghri (Armenia) Map and attractions
Interactive map of Meghri, Armenia (AM).
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