Hrazdan Cement Factory

The Hrazdan Cement Factory, located in the industrial town of the same name in Kotayk Province, is another key player in Armenia's building materials industry. Established in the 1970s during the peak of Soviet industrial construction, the plant was strategically located near rich deposits of raw materials and major transport networks. Along with the thermal power plant and other industries, it made Hrazdan one of Armenia's major industrial hubs. The factory specializes in producing various grades of cement used in structural and civil engineering. It played a significant role in supplying large-scale construction projects across the country. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the factory faced economic hardships but has since resumed operations and undergone modernization. Today, it is operated by the Hrazdan-Cement Corporation and continues to supply the domestic market. The factory's operation is important for the local economy of Hrazdan, providing employment and fostering related industries. Like its counterpart in Ararat, the Hrazdan factory faces the ongoing challenge of balancing production targets with the need to control emissions and minimize its environmental footprint.

Nearby cities

Abovyan

Abovyan is a modern industrial city located just north of Yerevan, serving as a major satellite town.

Hrazdan

Hrazdan is an important industrial center in the Kotayk Province, situated on the banks of the Hrazdan River.

Charentsavan

Charentsavan was established in the mid-20th century as an industrial hub for machinery and tool manufacturing.

Yeghvard

Yeghvard is a small historic city in the Kotayk region, featuring medieval ruins and old churches.

Lchashen

Lchashen is a village near Lake Sevan, widely recognized for its important Bronze Age archaeological discoveries.

Sevan

Sevan is a popular resort town on the shores of Lake Sevan, Armenia's largest body of water.

Vanadzor

Vanadzor is an industrial and resort city in northern Armenia, surrounded by picturesque mountains and forests.

Dilijan

Often called the 'Armenian Switzerland', Dilijan is a spa town surrounded by dense forests and national parks.

Gavar

Gavar is a mountainous city located near Lake Sevan, known for its cold winters and historical monuments.

History & landmarks

Haghartsin Monastery

A 13th-century monastery complex hidden in the lush, emerald forests of Dilijan National Park.

Sevanavank

A monastic complex located on a peninsula at the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan with scenic views.

Nature

Lake Akna

Lake Akna is a picturesque crater lake in the Geghama Mountains, surrounded by alpine meadows.

Hrazdan River

The Hrazdan is a major river in Armenia, flowing from Lake Sevan and passing through Yerevan.

Lake Parz

Lake Parz is a small forest lake in Dilijan National Park, known for its crystal-clear water.

Pambak River

The Pambak flows through northern Armenia, later joining the Dzoraget to form the Debed River.

More places

Hrazdan Thermal Power Plant

The Hrazdan Thermal Power Plant is one of the largest power plants in Armenia and primarily uses natural gas as fuel.

Kotayk Plateau

An undulating highland stretching between the Hrazdan Valley and the Geghama Mountains.

Sevan-Hrazdan Cascade

The Sevan-Hrazdan Cascade is a complex of hydroelectric power plants on the Hrazdan River, utilizing water from Lake Sevan.

Geghard Monastery

A medieval monastery being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs.

Garni Temple

A classical Hellenistic temple in Armenia, dedicated to the sun god Mithras.

Azat Valley

A picturesque valley in the Kotayk region, partly designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Erebuni State Reserve

A protected area for the conservation of rare wild wheat species and endemic flora of the Caucasus region.

Mount Ara

A prominent extinct volcano north of Yerevan known for its rich biodiversity.