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Description
On the Children's Railway route, you can spot both forest birds (Βαλκανικός Δρυοκολάπτης, (Κοινός) Σπίνος, (Ευρωπαϊκή) Κίσσα) and water-associated bird species ((Ευρωπαϊκός) Νεροκότσυφας, (Κοινός) Λευκοτσικνιάς, Δασότρυγγας), as well as birds of prey ((Κοινό) Ξεφτέρι, Βραχοκιρκίνεζο, (Κοινή) Γερακίνα).
Details
Access
Saint Sarkis Cathedral is just a short walk from Republic Square in Yerevan. Head south on Amiryan Street, turn left onto Italy Street, then right onto Surb Grigor Lusavorich Street. After that, turn left and continue straight to the church. From there, take the steps down and go right. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours to explore the area properly.
Terrain and Habitat
Forest , Canyon/cliff , River , City/village , Scattered trees and bushesConditions
FlatCircular trail
NoIs a telescope useful?
NoGood birding season
Spring , Winter , AutumnBest time to visit
Winter , Spring migrationRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
EasyAccessible by
Foot , BicycleBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Here are some potential issues you may encounter along the route:
Drug users – generally do not bother passersby.
Exhibitionists and men harassing women – some can be persistent, but it's possible to walk away.
Homeless individuals – mostly non-confrontational.
Stray dogs – carrying a shocking device or an ultrasonic dog repeller is recommended.
Additionally, visiting the Children's Railway after dark is not advised due to the reasons above and the lack of lighting.