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Gutanasar, Armenia

Gutanasar or Gut’anasar (Armenian: Գութանասար), is a volcanic mountain located in Kotayk Province on the outskirts of Fantan village.

Surb Astvatsatsin Church is located beneath the Mountain. Gutanasar is one of the common sources of obsidian in archeological sites of Armenia. Neighboring communities include Fontan and Alapars. The volcano is part of the Geghama mountains volcanic area.

An amazing view of the Geghama mountains opens up on the Summit. The slopes are colorful with various types of flowers. Moreover, a small lake forms in spring and summer.
The volcano is part of the Geghama mountains volcanic area.

by Nouné Yeranosian

Vigen Avetisyan

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