ancient ruins
David Gareja Monastery Complex
A 6th-century cave monastery complex carved into a semi-desert hillside on the Georgian-Azerbaijani border with vivid medieval frescoes.
55 km · about 65 min drive
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Tovuz
Tovuz District, Azerbaijan · Asia
About Tovuz
Tovuz sits on the route: 10 minutes from Dondar Quşçu, 55km from David Gareja Monastery Complex.
Tovuz is in Tovuz District, Azerbaijan, with about 180,000 people. The nearest town is Dondar Quşçu, about 4 km away.
Tovuz District (Azerbaijani: Tovuz rayonu) is one of the 66 districts of Azerbaijan. It is located in the north-west of the country and belongs to the Gazakh-Tovuz Economic Region. The district borders the districts of Gadabay, Shamkir, Samukh, Agstafa, as well as the Tavush Province of Armenia and Kakheti region ofRead more
Georgia. Its capital and largest city is Tovuz. As of 2020, the district had a population of 177,200. A major train line runs through the center, stopping at Tovuz Station.
In July 2020, Tovuz became the main site for the clashes with Armenia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Tovuz?
Within an hour or so of Tovuz: David Gareja Monastery Complex (55 km).
Are there any good drives near Tovuz?
The nearest famous roads are Orbelian's Caravanserai (Vardenyats Pass) and Abano Pass.
Where is Tovuz?
Tovuz is in Tovuz District, Azerbaijan, about 4 km from Dondar Quşçu.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 177,200
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Azerbaijan
- Region
- Tovuz District
- Timezone
- Asia/Baku
- Coordinates
- 40.9925, 45.6284
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