Private tour to Oshakan, Karmravor, Hovhanavank, Saghmosavank monasteries
During this half-day tour you may admire beautiful gorges and picturesque views as well as to hear nice legends and historical facts about the visited Christian churches.
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Stop At: Oshakan, Oshakan, Aragatsotn
Oshakan village has been a holy place since the 5th century, when in 440 due to the duke Vahan Amatuni's efforts the creator of Armenian alphabet Mesrop Mashtots was buried there and a small church was built over his tomb. In the 19th century a bigger church bearing the name of St. Mesrop Mashtots was constructed in the place of the old one. Every year many first class schoolchildren learn the first letter of the alphabet in this church after an oath at the tomb of St. Mashtots.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Karmravor Church, Khachatur Abovyan St., Ashtarak Armenia
This exquisite church is considered to be the jewel of Ashtarak. It resembles a monolith pillar due to its small sizes and architectural solutions. It was built in the 7th century and has come to our days almost intact. It has a cross-shaped ground plan from inside and outside.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Saghmosavank Monastery, Artashavan 0211 Armenia
5 km far from Hovhanavank monastery on the edge of Kasakh river canyon, in the 13th century Vachutian dukes built Saghmosavank monastery. The main church is adjacent to the scriptorium, where many manuscripts have been produced during centuries. Saghmosavank underwent the devastating influence of the earthquake in 1988. The reconstruction comleted in 2000 returned the church its beauty and glory.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Hovhannavank Monastery, Ohanavan Armenia
Hovhannavank monastery bears the name of John the Baptist. The oldest church here is the one-naved basilica built in the 5th century. In the 13th century under the patronage of Vachutian dukes new buildings were added. The portal of the main church, which is embellished with evangelical motifs, is of great interest.
Duration: 40 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 4 To 5 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Please mention your pick up address
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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