Garni and the ‘Basalt Organ’ Columnar Joint
The Archaeological Complex of Garni and the ‘Basalt Organ’ Columnar Joint is part of the Tentative list of Armenia in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.
The Archaeological Complex of Garni and the ‘Basalt Organ’ Columnar Joint comprises an archaeological site of a settlement and a striking example of columnar jointing. The Temple of Garni is an outstanding example of Hellenistic architecture. The nearby Azat River basin is known for its plant species.
Map of Garni and the ‘Basalt Organ’ Columnar Joint
Load mapThe coordinates shown for all tentative sites were produced as a community effort. They are not official and may change on inscription.
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- Full Name
- The Archaeological Complex of Garni and the ‘Basalt Organ’ Columnar Joint
- Country
- Armenia
- Added
- 2025
- Type
- Mixed
- Categories
- Archaeological site - Near Eastern Natural landscape - Volcanic
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2025 Added to Tentative List
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