Zorats Karer

Zorats Karer or Qarahunj is a prehistoric archaeological site in 3 km from the town of Sisian in the Syunik Province of Armenia. It is also known as “Armenian Stonehenge”. The monument has been an object of scientific research for many years. It is estimated that it used to be an ancient observatory dating back to III-II millennium BC. This archeological site consists of huge stones erected vertically, many of which have holes in them. These stones are among the most mysterious monuments of the ancient world.