Arkazi Monastery

المنطقة

فايوتس زور

المسافة من يريفان

136.8 كم

النوع

دير/كنيسة

"Historical information about the Arkazi Monastery dates back to the 8th century. According to tradition, when Princess Byureghik of Armenia provided immense assistance in retrieving the stolen relic of Christ’s Holy Cross from Persia, she was granted a fragment of the cross. She enshrined it at this location, leading to the monastery being named Surb Khach (Holy Cross). Due to this significant historical event, the Arkazi monastic complex continues to attract thousands of pilgrims to this day. Architecturally, the church follows a basilica style and is constructed from sandstone. In recent years, a refectory and rooms for pilgrims have also been built."