Basaltic Organ
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Ignace D
Flemish Brabant Province, Belgium845 contributions
Aug 2022
Fot those who love geology and nature this is a "must do" site. Really spectacular basalt formations cut through by a small river.
Be aware, there is a very steep descent on foot to get there from the main road. So there is a very steep ascent back to the road. And as it was hot that day, it was a challenge.
Luckily there are several clever merchants at the bottom selling cold beverages at low prices. So if you are down there, get your fluids up to where they need to be because you will sweat getting out of the gorge again.
Also take you time. We were on a bus tour and were not given enough time to really enjoy the whole gorge.
Be aware, there is a very steep descent on foot to get there from the main road. So there is a very steep ascent back to the road. And as it was hot that day, it was a challenge.
Luckily there are several clever merchants at the bottom selling cold beverages at low prices. So if you are down there, get your fluids up to where they need to be because you will sweat getting out of the gorge again.
Also take you time. We were on a bus tour and were not given enough time to really enjoy the whole gorge.
Written December 22, 2022
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Charles_and_Susan
Nottingham, UK5,702 contributions
Sep 2022
An amazing sight as you wander down the path - the sides are hexagonal balsalt columns. There's an entrance fee but well worth it. You can walk a very long way - there's a land train part way back if you're tired.
Written October 13, 2022
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LuizDutraNeto
Rio de Janeiro, RJ8,621 contributions
Sep 2019
Visiting "Garni Temple", you cannot miss "Garni Gorge" and its awesome "Basaltic Organ" - the hidden pipes of Armenia! Due to volcanic activities, basalt rock formations seem like columns sculpted by extraordinary craftsmen! Just breathtaking! You can walk down all the way from "Garni Temple" on the cliff's edge above, or hire one of the many existing 4WD vehicles with local drivers. Right there, you will immediately understand why "Basaltic Organ" is also known as "Symphony of Stones"! Enjoy!
Written April 22, 2020
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Robert S
Zagreb, Croatia346 contributions
Mar 2017 • Solo
In the shadow (at certain times during the day literally) lies basaltic organ, volcanic masterpiece. It can be seen in the gorge from the temple, however to get there you better get a pair of tracking shoes and be in good walking condition.
Visit is absolute must if you have enough free time to walk around.
Visit is absolute must if you have enough free time to walk around.
Written September 18, 2017
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Adventurers049
Brisbane, Australia3,002 contributions
Jun 2022
These certainly look like a prehistoric organ.
There are hundreds of basalt pillars that line the gorge that make a stunning sight.
There are hundreds of basalt pillars that line the gorge that make a stunning sight.
Written June 16, 2022
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Bozeman-Dublin
Trim, Ireland8,689 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
The Basaltic Organ is an amazing structure. The cooling lava on the surface millennia ago formed basalt rock but as it cooled it formed long hexagonal columns that resemble a church organ. It is quite wonderful and well worth a visit, especially if your are going to the nearby Garni Temple.
Written November 2, 2018
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Timothy T
Houston, TX391 contributions
May 2017 • Friends
The road to the organs is accessible pretty much only by a 4x4. The ride is bumpy and uncomfortable, but the gorges are much more serene than the ride down. The columns created by the solidified volcanic rock are some of the most unique in the world. Highly recommend - will leave you truly amazed.
Written May 23, 2017
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cew012015
Basel, Switzerland95 contributions
Sep 2015 • Business
From Garni temple one can an idea how these column look. Going closer is simply amazing. A 4 wheel drive car is advisable because of the steep and uneven road. It takes around 10 minutes from the asphalted street to get there but for me it was really worthwhile.
Written September 27, 2015
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LWL3333
Wellington, FL18,100 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
This site is very much like the Devil's Causeway in western Ireland or Devil's Tower in the US state of Wyoming, but is seen from the bottom whereas the former is seen from the top and the latter is seen from the sides. The volcanic lava cooled to form these 6-sided columns which are interesting geologically, but some would not find a visit worth the time and effort it takes to get there because the road is on a 12% downward grade which makes it unwise for tour busses to go. Molten lava cools in such a way that it forms these 6-sided structures, because the hexagon takes the least amount of energy to form.
Written July 1, 2015
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urosdernovsek
Celje, Slovenia1,164 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
Great natural rock formation, as organ pipes. Nice for a walk, from old bridge by the river, to the view of Garni temple on the hill, and back. Formations should be formed by vulcanic lava pushing/reforming rocks.
Written August 7, 2019
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