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Sights of Armenia Aragatsotn
Artavazik Church
- RegionAragatsotn
- Distance from Yerevan36.1 km
- TypeMonastery/Church
Aragatsotn
About this place
Artavazik Church is located 1 km east of the village of Byurakan. The church is a 7th-century structure built from red and black tuff stone. It belongs to the type of small, single-apse churches and features a cruciform plan with a dome.
There are no mentions of the church in historical sources, and unfortunately, the stone inscriptions have not been preserved. The church is also known by the names Saint John and Holy Mother of God.
In medieval Armenian ecclesiastical architecture, Artavazik Church holds a special place, standing out for its distinctive and original design.
Today, the church is in a partially ruined state.
Interesting
facts about Artavazik Church
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To the east of the monument, a 13th-century khachkar (cross-stone) still stands.
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It is assumed that the church was named after its founder, Artavazd.
Weather in Aragatsotn
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 Artavazik Church depends on the weather conditions.
Artavazik Church
FAQ
Where is Artavazik Church?
Artavazik Church is located 1 km east of the village of Byurakan. Today the church is partially ruined.
When was Artavazik Church built and what is it made of?
It is a 7th-century church built of red and black tuff. It belongs to the type of small single-apse churches and has a cruciform plan with a dome.
Why is it called Artavazik Church?
It is assumed that the church was named after its founder, Artavazd. It is also known as Saint John and Holy Mother of God; historical sources do not mention the church, and its stone inscriptions have not survived.
What can you see at Artavazik Church?
You can see a partially ruined 7th-century church whose distinctive and original design gives it a special place in medieval Armenian church architecture. To the east of the monument, a 13th-century khachkar (cross-stone) still stands.
Aragatsotn
Plan your visit
Address
Artavazik Church, Byurakan, Aragatsotn Province, Armenia
Aragatsotn
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