Nature

Ahura Valley

Aralık, Iğdır

CommonMachine translated

A hiking valley on the northern foothills of Mount Ağrı, entered from the village of Yenidoğan, with green slopes and mountain views.

Safety warning

Climbing to the upper parts of Mount Ağrı requires a permit; stay on the marked path in the valley. It is close to the border; before visiting, check current access and security conditions with the local authorities (governorship/district governorate, gendarmerie), and do not go outside the marked areas. Do not set out hiking alone in the rural area, and take water and enough equipment with you.

Its story

Ahura Valley is a valley on the northern foothills of Mount Ağrı, entered on foot from the village of Yenidoğan in the Aralık district. From the paths running along the green slopes of the valley, you can see the majestic north face of Mount Ağrı. The settlement historically known as Akori (Ahura) and the nearby Monastery of St. Hagop were destroyed by the Ahura earthquake of 1840; today the valley is a quiet natural area bearing the traces of this disaster. The paths in the valley are suitable for day hikes starting from the village. The valley is a good starting point for seeing the natural beauty of the Iğdır side of Mount Ağrı National Park.

Key facts

Admission: Open area
Best time: June-October
Getting there: Yenidoğan village, Aralık
Visit duration: 2-4 hours

Trip purpose

Seasonal
Photography
Quiet
Hiking

Location

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39.77526, 44.37868

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://goturkiye.com/igdir | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ahura_Manastırı | https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ağrı_Dağı_Millî_Parkı | https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/1951322195