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Sights of Armenia Tavush
Kirants Monastery
- RegionTavush
- Distance from Yerevan166.8 km
- TypeMonastery/Church
Tavush
About this place
Kirants Monastery, one of the unique monuments of Armenian church architecture and medieval construction, is located approximately 12 km west of Kirants village in the Tavush region.
Built in the 13th century, experts have determined its date based on its artistic decorations, architectural design, and structural composition.
Unlike most Armenian monasteries, Kirants Monastery and nearly all of its adjacent structures are built of brick, making it an exceptional monument. The complex is enclosed by walls and consists of: three churches, hall-narthexes, a refectory, residential and economic buildings.
Interesting
facts about Kirants Monastery
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Kirants Monastery is located deep in the forest.
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According to legend, a stonemason had a very talented apprentice who built this monastery all by himself. After completing it, he called his master to evaluate his first work. Seeing the magnificent structure, the master became envious and tried to find a flaw. After long contemplation, he finally said, ""The mortar has seeped through"" (meaning the work was imperfect). From this remark, the monastery was named ""Kirants"" (derived from ""kir"" meaning mortar).
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Near the monastery was the large settlement of Mets Kunen, which was once a significant inhabited area.
Weather in Tavush
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 Kirants depends on the weather conditions.
Kirants Monastery
FAQ
Where is Kirants Monastery?
Kirants Monastery stands deep in the forest, about 12 km west of Kirants village in the Tavush region. The large settlement of Mets Kunen once lay near the monastery.
When was Kirants Monastery built?
It was built in the 13th century; specialists date it by its artistic decoration, architectural design and structural composition.
What makes Kirants Monastery unusual?
Unlike most Armenian monasteries, Kirants and nearly all of its adjacent buildings are built of brick, which makes it an exceptional monument. The walled complex includes three churches, hall-narthexes, a refectory, and residential and utility buildings.
How did Kirants Monastery get its name?
Legend says a stonemason's talented apprentice built the monastery all by himself and invited his master to judge it; envious of the magnificent result, the master searched for a flaw and at last said, "The mortar has seeped through." From this remark the monastery was called Kirants, from "kir", meaning mortar.
Tavush
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Kirants, Armenia
Tavush
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