World longest ropeway of Tatev host first visitors on October 16
Bekor Papazyan said the official opening of the project will be set on October 16 which includes three principle elements – the reconstruction of Tatev Monastery, development of the communities and construction of tourism sub-structures. According to Bekor Papazyn, the greatest challenge to meet was construction of the ropeway.
“I can say we have for 100% secure construction. The ropeway was tested and is ready to host its first visitors. October 16 is the technical opening of the ropeway, and a week later on 23 the ropeway will be completely working,” Bekor Papazyan said.
The first visitors of the ropeway opening are going to be 6 children from nearby communities to accompany President Serzh Sargsyan and Supreme Patriarch Karekin II.
Tatev ropeway is the longest in the world.