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Debed Canyon
One of Armenia’s most impressive natural landscapes, the Debed Canyon stretches from the city of Vanadzor, the administrative center of Lori province, along the River Debed and all the way up north to the Armenian-Georgian border. The Debed river that flows through the canyon, the winding road running along it, the surrounding mountains and the breathtaking views that open up from their slopes make Debed canyon a popular destination worth visiting in all seasons.
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The province of Lori in the north of Armenia, mysterious and serene, offers a great variety of landscapes, from mighty mountain ranges with lush forests to deep canyons with rapid rivers, making the province, and the Debed canyon in particular, an awesome destination for adventure seekers.
Hiking
The mesmerizing Debed canyon amazes with its spectacular nature and cultural and historical heritage. A network of trails and paths that were used by locals for hundreds of years, today have become popular among hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Biking
With its road network undergoing a major renovation, Debed canyon is a great destination for traveling on touring bicycles. The paths and dirt roads running around the villages are a mountain biker’s dream.
Rafting
Try rafting on the Debed River. Even though rafting was only recently introduced to the tourism market of Armenia, this extreme recreational outdoor activity during which a group of people navigates a river using an inflatable raft has already become very popular among locals.
Camping
Ecotourism is rapidly developing in Armenia in recent years, and Lori province is no exception. Especially popular among young people, ecotourism aims to protect natural and cultural sites, as well as raise awareness and improve the ecological education of the local population in the towns and villages around the country.
Visit popular travel destinations
Debed canyon is one of the most remarkable places in Armenia where you can find ancient monuments on mountaintops, hidden in thick forests, on the edges of cliffs or in the very heart of the gorge.
VIsit popular travel destinations
Debed canyon is one of the most remarkable places in Armenia where you can find ancient monuments on mountaintops, hidden in thick forests, on the edges of cliffs or in the very heart of the gorge.
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COAF SMART is the world’s most innovative initiative for the advancement of rural communities. COAF SMART seeks to empower Armenia’s village youth through resources and opportunities to explore their intellectual curiosities and push the boundaries of the fields of study that compel them.



Cozy accommodation and stunning views
In recent years, domestic and inbound tourism in Debed canyon is on the rise. Locals refurbish their houses to make them more convenient for hosting visitors. There are both cozy guesthouses and large hotels with adjunct restaurants.
Cozy Accommodation and Stunning Views
In Recent Years, Domestic And Inbound Tourism In Debed Canyon Is On The Rise. Locals Refurbish Their Houses To Make Them More Convenient For Hosting Visitors. There Are Both Cozy Guesthouses And Large Hotels With Adjunct Restaurants.



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Rent travel gear
We offer travelers visiting Debed Canyon travel gear and equipment available for renting at the Visitor Center to explore the region with comfort.