From the ancient times the shore of Lake Sevan was populated by humans. This region got its rapid development in the period of Urartu kingdom. A lot of cities and castles were built during this period. Here is also located Hayravank, nearby have been saved some ruins of ancient settlement and Cyclopean castle.
There is a cemetery near Noratus, it is very famous with its khachkars, where, with the ancient masterpieces, their place found some fabulous art works of modern masters.
Vanevan was found during reign of Bagratuni, here was buried king Smbat I Bagratuni.
Selimian caravanserai, built in medieval, for many times saved the travelers from cold mountain winds.