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Areni Holy Mother of God Church

Region

Vayots Dzor

Distance from Yerevan

111 km

Type

Monastery/Church

"Anyone even slightly familiar with Armenian architecture will immediately recognize the signature of the brilliant architect Momik in the structure of this church. The church was built in 1321. One of the innovative architectural solutions for its time is the fact that the dome rests on paired piers and columns—an uncommon practice at the time. The church has two entrances, the main one adorned with a valuable high-relief sculpture depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus."

Interesting

facts about Areni Holy Mother of God Church

Facts

The pendentives supporting the dome are carved with the symbols of the four Evangelists.

A large number of khachkars (cross-stones) and historically significant tombstones are located near the church.

The monastery offers a view of the Arpa River, specifically the section where a scene from the film ""What's all the noise of the river about?"" was filmed."

Weather in Vayots Dzor

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for Areni St Astvatsatsin depends on the weather conditions.

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Areni Holy Mother of God Church on the map on Armenia