Monasteries and Temples

Armenia is one of the first countries in the world to adopt Christianity as a state religion. After that important historical event, many churches and monasteries were built throughout the country. Many of them stand to this day, admiring us by their majestic and at the same time modest architecture, reminding us of the events of bygone years. Armenians respect their religious heritage, and if you want to get in closer touch with the soul of the nation, you should definitely visit some of the temples. Below you will find information about the most important religious monuments of the country.

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Gladzor University was one of the largest and most important educational centers of the XIII century. The university was opened in the monastery of Tanahat under the patronage of t...
Tegher monastery is located on a small hill in the village of Tegher, on the slope of Mount Ararat, in the Aragatsotn region․ It is situated north from the city of Byurakan. Dark g...
The monastery complex of Makaravank is located in the Tavush Region, 6 km away from the village of Achajur, near the town of Ijevan. It proudly stands on the picturesque wooded Pai...
The Havuts Tar is located near the pagan temple of Garni, on the left bank of the Azat river. Along with the popular sights on the territory, the monastery is abandoned, and in thi...
The ruins of the Kobayr monastery are located above the gorge of the Debed River, near the town of Tumanyan, Lori region. The monastery was founded in the XII century, however, acc...
The church of Mesrop Mashtots is located in the village of Oshakan, surrounded by vineyards and pomegranate gardens. Mesrop Mashtots, the author of the Armenian script is was burie...
The church of Karmravor or the temple of the Holy Virgin is located to the north of the city of Ashtarak and is considered one of the most beautiful historical monuments of the VII...
Sevanavank Monastery located on the Sevan peninsula is one of the most famous historical and cultural monuments in Armenia. The location of the monastery is truly fascinating: bein...
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