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Kanach Jam Church

Region

Artsakh

Distance from Yerevan

172.1 km

Type

Monastery/Church

Due to its high position the dome of St. Hovhannes Church is visible from almost all parts of Shushi city. The Church is famous as “Kanach Jam”, for the green color of the dome; “kanach” is literally translated from Armenian as green and “Jam” means chapel. According to the construction protocol, the church was built in 1818. It was architectural innovation at that time. The Green Chapel is distinguished by its unique interior design that makes it unrepeatable in the ranks of similar architectural structures.

Interesting

facts about Kanach Jam Church

Facts

According to the building inscription, the church was built in 1818 in the place of the former Gharabaghtsots wooden church (in bottom eastern part of fort-town, existed in the second half of 18th century). In the walls is placed the former church's inscription. The dome of the ramparted church and its chapel are seen from very far. The latter have architectural innovations.

Weather in Artsakh

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 Kanach Jam Church depends on the weather conditions.