grozdan44Gyumri Armenia 2026 — Complete Travel Guide
Armenia’s second city. Black tuff stone, Soviet architecture, carpet workshops — and almost no other tourists.
Gyumri is Armenia’s second city and one of its least visited by international tourists — which is the best argument for going. It was severely damaged by the 1988 earthquake that killed 25,000 people, and the rebuilding has been incomplete and uneven in ways that are immediately apparent. But the old Kumayri quarter — 19th-century black and rose tuff stone houses with carved wooden balconies — survived relatively intact, and the city has developed a genuine arts and craft culture that is different from anything in Yerevan. It is rougher around the edges, more Soviet in atmosphere, less self-conscious about its own identity. That is precisely what makes it interesting.
Planning a trip to Gyumri?
Gyumri is 128 km from Yerevan — about 1.5 hours by car or 2.5 hours by train. It works as a day trip from Yerevan or an overnight. Book accommodation ahead in summer weekends when it fills with Yerevan visitors. The Radisson is the safest luxury option; KUMA Hotel is the best boutique pick.
Quick Answer — Is Gyumri worth visiting?
Yes — Gyumri is worth visiting precisely because most international tourists skip it. The Kumayri old quarter of 19th-century black tuff stone houses is one of the most distinctive urban streetscapes in Armenia. The Black Fortress has the best views in the city. The carpet workshops and craft studios are genuine, not performed for tourists. The city has a melancholy weight from the 1988 earthquake that never fully left — but that weight is part of what makes it feel real in a way that more polished destinations do not. One day is enough; overnight lets you see the city at its own pace.
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Where is Gyumri? — Quick Overview
Gyumri is Armenia’s second-largest city, located in the Shirak Province in the northwest of the country, 128 km north of the capital Yerevan on the M1 motorway. It sits at 1,550 metres above sea level on the Shirak plateau, making it noticeably cooler than Yerevan — a fact that drives significant summer tourism from the capital. The city was founded in the 19th century as a Russian imperial garrison town called Alexandropol; it was later renamed Leninakan under the Soviet Union, and finally Gyumri following Armenian independence in 1991.
Gyumri lies approximately 30 km from the Turkish border (closed since 1993) and 45 km from Georgia. It is the administrative centre of Shirak Province and home to approximately 120,000 people — significantly fewer than before the 1988 earthquake, which caused major population decline through emigration.
Top Things to See in Gyumri
Essential
Kumayri Historic District
The 19th-century quarter of black and rose tuff stone houses — UNESCO-listed as a historic environment. Carved wooden balconies, arched gateways, cobbled lanes. The most atmospheric urban streetscape in Armenia outside Yerevan’s Kond. Walk it for an hour without a plan.
Free · Best on foot · Allow 1–2 hoursEssential
Black Fortress (Sev Berd)
A 19th-century Russian fortress on a hill above the city — black basalt walls, panoramic views over Gyumri and towards Mount Aragats (4,090 m). The best viewpoint in the city. Free entry; 20-minute walk from the centre or a short taxi.
Free · Open daily · Best at sunsetEssential
Vardanants Square
The central square of Gyumri — surrounded by 19th-century Russian-Armenian neoclassical buildings in the distinctive local tuff stone. The Church of the Holy Saviour (Surb Amenaprkich) dominates the square; heavily damaged in 1988, still being restored. The social heart of the city.
Free · Open alwaysShould See
Church of the Holy Saviour (Surb Amenaprkich)
The iconic church of Gyumri — built 1859–1873, badly damaged in the 1988 earthquake, still under restoration. The exterior scaffolding has become part of the city’s visual identity. Services continue inside. The combination of the original 19th-century stone and the visible earthquake damage makes it one of the most affecting buildings in Armenia.
Free · Active church · Modest dressShould See
Aslamazyan Sisters Museum
The house-museum of Armenian-Soviet painters Mariam and Eranuhi Aslamazyan — their personal collection of works by themselves and their contemporaries, displayed in their restored family home. One of the best small art museums in Armenia. AMD 1,000 ($2.56).
AMD 1,000 · Closed Mon · 10am–5pmShould See
Craft Workshops — Carpet Weaving & Ceramics
Gyumri has a genuine craft tradition that survived the earthquake — carpet weavers, ceramic artists and metalworkers continue operating in the old quarter workshops. Several are open to visitors who knock. The carpets produced here differ visibly from Yerevan market pieces; the designs are more geometric, the colours more severe.
Free to visit · Ask before enteringUnique
Gyumri by Train — Soviet Railway Experience
The train journey from Yerevan to Gyumri is itself an attraction — Soviet-era rolling stock, 2.5 hours through the Ararat valley and up to the Shirak plateau, AMD 1,500–2,000 ($3.85–5.13). One of the more atmospheric ways to arrive in the city.
AMD 1,500–2,000 each way · Check scheduleCooking
Armenian Cooking Class with a Local Family
Cook traditional Armenian dishes — dolma, lavash, local Gyumri specialities — in a family home in northern Gyumri. The cooking traditions of the Shirak region differ subtly from Yerevan cuisine; the recipes here have their own character.
Bookable tour · 3–4 hoursKumayri Historic District — Walking the Old Quarter
The Kumayri historic district is the reason to visit Gyumri. The neighbourhood was established in the early 19th century under Russian imperial administration, when Gyumri — then called Alexandropol — became a garrison town and trade centre. The distinctive architecture combines Russian neoclassical planning with Armenian stone craftsmanship: black and rose tuff stone (the local volcanic material), carved wooden balconies, arched courtyards, and gate posts that each family customised as an expression of identity.
The 1988 earthquake damaged but did not destroy Kumayri — the older stone construction proved more resilient in places than the Soviet-era concrete that collapsed elsewhere in the city. Walking the district today means moving between fully restored buildings, partially repaired houses with visible earthquake cracks, and occasional ruins where rebuilding stalled decades ago. The effect is of a city still in the process of recovering, which is true.
The best streets for walking: Gortsaranain Street, Gai Avenue (the main pedestrian street), and the lanes behind Vardanants Square. Allow 90 minutes minimum; two hours if you want to stop at the craft workshops and look through gateways into courtyards.
The 1988 Earthquake — Understanding Gyumri Today
On December 7, 1988, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Spitak region of northern Armenia, with Gyumri (then called Leninakan) suffering catastrophic damage. Approximately 25,000 people died across the region; in Gyumri specifically, a large portion of the Soviet-era apartment blocks — poorly constructed with substandard materials — pancaked. An estimated 500,000 people were made homeless across the region.
The reconstruction that followed was slow, underfunded and ultimately incomplete. Nearly four decades later, some Gyumri residents still live in the domiks — temporary metal container shelters erected in 1988 as emergency housing. This is not ancient history; it is visible in the city today, in the empty lots, the unfinished buildings, and the demographic contraction of a city that lost perhaps a third of its population to emigration in the decades after the earthquake.
Understanding this context changes how you experience Gyumri. The unfinished buildings are not neglect; they are a resource problem that never resolved. The quiet streets are not emptiness; they are the trace of people who left. The city’s artists and craftspeople who stayed are making something in that context, which is why the cultural scene here has a different weight from Yerevan’s.
Visiting respectfully
The earthquake is not a tourist attraction. Do not photograph people in domik settlements without permission. The city is not a ruin tour. Engage with Gyumri as a living city with a serious history, not as an example of Soviet-era tragedy.
Day Trips from Gyumri
Harichavank Monastery
One of the finest 13th-century Armenian monasteries — 20 km from Gyumri, in a valley below the Aragats massif. The gavit has extraordinary carved stone relief work. Free entry; allow 45–60 minutes. Mount Aragats (4,090 m, the highest peak in Armenia) is visible from the monastery approach road on clear days.
Marmashen Monastery Complex
A 10th–13th century monastery complex 10 km north of Gyumri, in the Akhurian river gorge. Less visited than Harichavank but architecturally significant — the main church is one of the finest examples of Armenian medieval construction in the region. Free entry.
Spitak Memorial
The town of Spitak, 40 km east of Gyumri, was the epicentre of the 1988 earthquake and was essentially destroyed. The memorial there is simple and affecting. Worth visiting for those who want to understand the scale of what happened. Not a conventional tourist site.
Aragats Mountain
Armenia’s highest peak (4,090 m) is accessible from the south side via Yerevan, but the northern approach from Gyumri is less crowded. The drive through the Shirak plateau towards Aragats gives some of the best mountain views in the country. A day hike to the lower crater lake (3,200 m) is possible in summer.
Tours to Gyumri from Yerevan
★ Recommended — Best Gyumri tour from Yerevan
For most visitors the private day tour covering Kumayri, Black Fortress, Aslamazyan Museum and Harichavank monastery is the right choice — it covers everything worth seeing in one well-paced day without the constraints of a group schedule.
More tour options:
★ Best private day tour
Gyumri Private Day Tour from Yerevan
A private tour covering the Kumayri historic district, Black Fortress, Vardanants Square, Aslamazyan Museum and Harichavank monastery. The most comprehensive single-day coverage of Gyumri available as an organised tour.
From ~$50–80/person
Best group tour
Gyumri Sightseeing + Black Fortress + Harichavank
Group tour covering the main Gyumri sights plus Harichavank monastery. Good value for solo travellers or pairs who want a guided experience without paying for a private tour.
From ~$25–40/person
Best city + culture
Yerevan to Gyumri — City Tour, Monasteries & Culture
Combines the city tour with the cultural context of the earthquake history and the craft traditions. Good for visitors who want to understand Gyumri rather than just see it.
From ~$35–55/person
Best local guide
Private Guided Walking Tour by a Local Guide
A walking tour of Gyumri led by a local guide who actually lives here — the most personalised option and the best for getting beyond the main sights into the workshops and courtyards that self-guided visitors miss.
From ~$30–50/person
Best architecture focus
Gyumri Architectural Walking Tour
Focused specifically on the Kumayri architectural heritage — the tuff stone buildings, the Russian-Armenian construction traditions, and the earthquake’s impact on the built environment. Best for visitors with a specific interest in architecture or urban history.
From ~$25–40/person
Best unique experience
Discover Gyumri by Train
Take the Soviet-era train from Yerevan to Gyumri — 2.5 hours, AMD 1,500–2,000 ($3.85–5.13), one of the more atmospheric journeys in Armenia. Tour covers the city on arrival. The train journey itself is part of the experience.
From ~$30–45/person
Best food experience
Armenian Cooking Class with a Local Family
Cook Shirak region Armenian dishes with a Gyumri family — dolma, lavash, local recipes. The cuisine here has regional character that differs from Yerevan. A 3–4 hour experience that is genuinely different from the Yerevan cooking class equivalent.
From ~$40–60/person
Food & Drink in Gyumri
Gyumri food is Armenian food with a Shirak inflection — heartier, more reliant on dairy and grain, with some dishes that do not appear on Yerevan menus. The city is known for its gata (the regional version is denser and more buttery than the Yerevan equivalent), its harissa (cracked wheat and chicken porridge), and for a specific style of khorovats that locals consider superior to the Yerevan version.
The restaurants around Vardanants Square and on Gai Avenue cater primarily to locals rather than tourists — prices are lower than Yerevan and the food is generally better for it. A full lunch with drinks costs AMD 2,500–4,000 ($6.40–10.25) per person at a good local restaurant.
What to order: Gata from a Gyumri bakery (buy it fresh, eat it immediately). Harissa if it appears on a menu. Khorovats at any restaurant with a mangal grill visible. Fresh matsun (yogurt) — the dairy in this region, at higher altitude, is noticeably different from Yerevan supermarket versions.
Where to Stay in Gyumri
Gyumri’s hotel scene has improved significantly since 2020, with several new boutique and luxury options opening in and around the historic centre. The city is small enough that location matters less than quality — everywhere central is within walking distance of the main sights.
Luxury
★ Luxury — International brand
Radisson Hotel & Spa Gyumri
From ~$90–150/nightThe only international luxury brand in Gyumri — 5-star, spa, pool, reliable service standards. The safest choice for visitors who want known-brand comfort. Slightly outside the historic centre but within easy walking distance.
Luxury — 5-star
JAZZ HOTEL Gyumri
From ~$80–130/night5-star hotel with a music-themed concept — jazz performances, stylish interior, central location. The most characterful of the luxury options and the most distinctively Gyumri in atmosphere.
Luxury — 5-star
Prime Hotel Gyumri
From ~$75–120/night5-star hotel near the city centre with excellent reviews for cleanliness and staff. Good value for the standard — significantly cheaper than equivalent Yerevan luxury hotels.
Boutique & Mid-range
★ Boutique — Best character
KUMA Hotel Gyumri
From ~$60–100/night4-star boutique with exceptional reviews — described by multiple guests as one of the best hotels in Armenia. Restaurant with live traditional Armenian music, warm staff, beautifully designed rooms. The standout boutique option in the city.
Boutique — Central
Grand Hotel Gyumri by Apricot Hotels
From ~$55–90/nightPart of the Armenian Apricot Hotels group — reliable mid-upscale standard, central location near Vardanants Square, good breakfast. A safe mid-range choice with consistent quality.
Boutique — Heritage
Berlin ART Hotel
From ~$45–75/night3-star boutique hotel with an arts focus — garden, terrace, bar, restaurant. Well-reviewed by repeat visitors. The most affordable boutique option in Gyumri with a genuine character rather than generic hotel atmosphere.
Budget
Budget — Central
Igit Plaza Hotel
From ~$35–60/night4-star hotel at mid-range pricing — good value for the facilities. Central, well-maintained, reliable. Good choice if the boutique options are full or over budget.
Budget — Historic area
Old Avenue Hotel
From ~$30–55/nightLocated in or near the historic avenue area — good location for walking the Kumayri district. Clean and well-reviewed for its price point. Good budget option for visitors primarily interested in the architecture and walking.
Budget — Guesthouse
Alashkert Guesthouse — Premium Studios
From ~$25–45/nightWell-reviewed guesthouse with studio apartments — more space than a standard hotel room at a lower price. Good for visitors staying two or more nights who want cooking facilities and a more local experience.
Booking tip
Gyumri hotels fill on summer weekends (July–August) when Yerevan residents visit. Book at least 2 weeks ahead for those dates. The shoulder seasons (May–June, September–October) have good availability and lower prices — and the city is more pleasant to walk in cooler temperatures.
Renting a car for northern Armenia?
Gyumri is the ideal base for exploring northern Armenia by car — Harichavank, Marmashen, Aragats and the Shirak highlands are all within 30–50 km. A rental car gives you freedom that tours and marshrutkas cannot match.
Getting to Gyumri from Yerevan
By car: 128 km on the M1 motorway — the best road in Armenia. About 1.5 hours. Straightforward navigation. Parking is easy in the city centre.
By train: One of the more atmospheric travel options in Armenia. Soviet-era rolling stock, 2.5 hours, AMD 1,500–2,000 ($3.85–5.13) one way. Departs from Yerevan’s Sasuntsi Davit station. The journey through the Ararat valley and up to the Shirak plateau is scenic. Check current schedules — frequency is limited.
By marshrutka: Frequent minibuses from Yerevan’s Kilikia station. AMD 1,200–1,500 ($3.08–3.85), about 2 hours. Practical and cheap; drops at Gyumri bus station.
By transfer: Fixed-price transfer from Yerevan airport (EVN) direct to Gyumri — the most comfortable option if arriving by air and heading straight north.
Flying to Armenia first?
Most international visitors fly into Yerevan (EVN), then travel to Gyumri by car or train. Search flights to Yerevan early — summer prices rise significantly.
Gyumri Airport — Shirak International Airport (LWN)
Gyumri has its own international airport — Shirak International Airport (IATA code: LWN), located 5 km from the city centre. However, scheduled international service is very limited compared to Yerevan’s Zvartnots Airport. Historically, Shirak Airport has seen periodic charter and seasonal flights from Russia and other CIS destinations, but reliable scheduled international service has been inconsistent.
For most international visitors in 2026, the practical approach is to fly into Yerevan (EVN) and travel to Gyumri by car, train or transfer. Check current Shirak Airport schedules if you are travelling from Russia or the CIS — direct service may be available.
How Many Days in Gyumri?
Half day (4–5 hours): Vardanants Square, Church of the Holy Saviour, a short Kumayri walk, one museum. Covers the highlights but feels rushed. Better than nothing if you are passing through.
One full day: The right minimum. Kumayri quarter in the morning (90 minutes), Black Fortress at midday, Aslamazyan Museum, lunch, Harichavank monastery in the afternoon (20 km outside the city). Back in Yerevan by evening.
Overnight (2 days): The ideal. Day one: full city exploration including workshops and craft studios at your own pace. Day two: Harichavank, Marmashen monastery, drive back via the Shirak plateau. Staying overnight changes the experience — the city in the evening, without day-trippers, is different.
Three days or more: Adds Aragats Mountain day hike, the Spitak memorial area, and deeper exploration of the craft scene. For visitors specifically interested in Armenian contemporary art, craft traditions or earthquake history, three days is the right amount.
Plan Your Gyumri Trip
| Item | Details | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Flights to Yerevan | Fly into EVN, then travel 128 km to Gyumri by car or train. | Kiwi.com → |
| Hotels in Gyumri | KUMA Hotel (boutique ★), Radisson (luxury), Berlin ART (budget boutique). | Booking.com → |
| Airport transfer | Direct from Zvartnots Airport to Gyumri — fixed price, no taxi hassle. | Intui → |
| Day tour from Yerevan | Private or group — Gyumri + Harichavank in one day. | GYG → |
| Travel insurance | Get before you fly. EKTA covers Armenia. | EKTA → |
| eSIM | Activate before landing — needed for navigation in the Shirak region. | Airalo → |
Best Time to Visit Gyumri
Gyumri sits at 1,550 metres — noticeably cooler than Yerevan year-round. In July when Yerevan is 35–38°C, Gyumri is 25–28°C. This makes it a genuine summer escape from the capital, not just an architectural detour.
| Season | Temperature | Conditions | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| May–June | 16–24°C | Mild, some rain, green | Excellent — best walking weather |
| July–August | 22–28°C | Warm, pleasant | Good — cooler than Yerevan by 10°C |
| September–October | 12–20°C | Clear, autumn colours | Very good — quieter crowds |
| November–March | -5 to 5°C | Cold, snow possible | For hardy visitors only |
Best months: May–June and September–October. The Kumayri quarter is best walked in cool, overcast light — the dark tuff stone looks its most dramatic. Summer (July–August) is good specifically because Gyumri is significantly cooler than Yerevan; many Yerevan residents make weekend trips for this reason. Winter is cold — Gyumri is at altitude and snow is common — but the city is entirely uncrowded and the architecture reads differently against snow.
Gyumri vs Yerevan — Which Should You Visit?
Both — if you have time. But if forced to characterise the difference:
| Factor | Gyumri | Yerevan |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | 19th-century black tuff stone, Russian-Armenian | Soviet neoclassical + modern, pink tuff |
| Atmosphere | Quieter, rougher, more Soviet feel | Vibrant, polished, international |
| Tourists | Very few international visitors | Busy in season |
| Food scene | Local, unpretentious, regional dishes | Wide range, wine bars, restaurants |
| Hotels | $25–150/night — good value | $10–220/night — wider choice |
| Temperature (July) | ~26°C — pleasant | ~36°C — very hot |
| Getting there | 1.5 hrs from Yerevan by car | Base city, fly in direct |
| Best for | Architecture, authenticity, off the tourist trail | Food, nightlife, day trips, museums |
Visit Yerevan first — it is the logical base and the gateway to the rest of Armenia. Add Gyumri as a day trip or overnight when you want to see what Armenian city life looks like away from the capital. The two cities complement rather than compete with each other.
Gyumri Travel Costs — Budget Breakdown
Gyumri is cheaper than Yerevan across almost every category — accommodation, food, taxis. It is one of the most affordable cities in Armenia for an overnight stay.
| Item | Budget | Mid-range | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel per night | AMD 10,000–18,000 $26–46 guesthouse | AMD 18,000–39,000 $46–100 boutique | AMD 39,000–58,000 $100–150 luxury |
| Lunch (per person) | AMD 2,000–3,500 $5–9 local restaurant | AMD 3,500–6,000 $9–15 | AMD 6,000–10,000 $15–26 |
| City taxi | AMD 500–1,500 ($1.28–3.85) — use Yandex Go app | ||
| Museum entry | AMD 1,000 ($2.56) Aslamazyan Museum · Black Fortress free · Most sights free | ||
| Train from Yerevan | AMD 1,500–2,000 ($3.85–5.13) return | ||
| Day tour from Yerevan | $25–80/person depending on group/private format | ||
| Total per day (excl. transport) | ~$35–55 | ~$65–110 | ~$125–185 |
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Frequently Asked Questions — Gyumri
Is Gyumri worth visiting?
Yes — especially for visitors who want to see Armenia beyond Yerevan. The Kumayri historic district of 19th-century black tuff stone architecture is unique in Armenia. The city has a different character from the capital — rougher, more Soviet in atmosphere, with a genuine craft and arts culture. One full day covers the highlights; overnight gives you the city at its own pace without day-trippers.
How far is Gyumri from Yerevan?
128 km on the M1 motorway — about 1.5 hours by car. Also accessible by train (2.5 hours, AMD 1,500–2,000 return) or marshrutka (2 hours, AMD 1,200–1,500). A fixed-price transfer from Yerevan airport direct to Gyumri is the most comfortable option for arrivals.
What is Gyumri known for?
The 19th-century Kumayri historic district (black and rose tuff stone architecture), the 1988 earthquake and its lasting legacy, a strong craft and arts tradition (carpet weaving, ceramics, metalwork), the Black Fortress viewpoint, and — locally — for a regional cuisine and gata pastry that differs from Yerevan versions.
Can you do Gyumri as a day trip from Yerevan?
Yes — 1.5 hours each way by car, or take the train for the atmospheric Soviet railway experience. A full day allows the Kumayri quarter, Black Fortress, Aslamazyan Museum and a trip to Harichavank monastery. Overnight is better if you want to explore at your own pace and see the city without day-trippers.
What happened to Gyumri in 1988?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck on December 7, 1988, killing approximately 25,000 people across the region. In Gyumri (then Leninakan), most Soviet-era concrete apartment blocks collapsed while the older tuff stone buildings proved more resilient. Rebuilding was slow and incomplete — the city’s population declined significantly in the following decades. The earthquake’s legacy is still visible in the city today.
What is the best hotel in Gyumri?
For luxury: the Radisson Hotel & Spa Gyumri is the only international brand. For boutique character: KUMA Hotel Gyumri has exceptional reviews and live traditional music. For arts-focused mid-range: Berlin ART Hotel. For budget: Alashkert Guesthouse has well-reviewed studio apartments at the lowest price point.
Is Gyumri safe to visit?
Yes — Gyumri is safe for tourists. Violent crime against visitors is rare. The city is walkable, Armenians are generally warm towards tourists, and the usual urban common-sense precautions (secure valuables, use app taxis) apply. The city is noticeably quieter than Yerevan, which some visitors find reassuring. See our full Is Armenia Safe? guide for broader context.
Can you stay overnight in Gyumri?
Yes — Gyumri has good accommodation across all budgets, from the Radisson (luxury) to KUMA Hotel (boutique) to family guesthouses. Staying overnight is recommended over a day trip if you want to experience the city without the day-tripper crowd, see Harichavank monastery in the morning light, and have a meal at a local restaurant in the evening. Book ahead for summer weekends.
Does Gyumri have an airport?
Yes — Shirak International Airport (LWN) is 5 km from the city centre. However, scheduled international service is very limited. Most international visitors fly into Yerevan (EVN) and travel the 128 km to Gyumri by car (1.5 hours), train (2.5 hours) or fixed-price transfer. Check current Shirak Airport schedules if travelling from Russia or the CIS — seasonal service may be available.
Is Gyumri colder than Yerevan?
Significantly, yes. Gyumri sits at 1,550 metres — about 550 metres higher than Yerevan. In July when Yerevan is 35–38°C, Gyumri is typically 24–28°C. In winter, Gyumri gets noticeably more snow. This temperature difference is one reason many Yerevan residents visit Gyumri specifically in summer. Pack a light layer even in summer; evenings can be cool.
How much does a trip to Gyumri cost?
Gyumri is cheaper than Yerevan. Budget: $35–55 per day (guesthouse, local food, free sights). Mid-range: $65–110 per day (boutique hotel, restaurants). A day trip from Yerevan costs $25–80 for a guided tour plus AMD 1,200–1,500 ($3–4) for the marshrutka or AMD 1,500–2,000 ($4–5) for the train. See the full costs breakdown above.
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