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Saint Sargis Monastery of Ushi

  • RegionAragatsotn
  • Distance from Yerevan27.6 km
  • TypeMonastery/Church

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About this place

The monastery of Saint Sarkis is a large monastic complex located not far from Ushi village in Aragatsotn province. The monastery is a well-known pilgrimage site and had been one of Armenia’s centers of religious education. Many well preserved examples of early Armenian architecture from different eras can be seen around the complex. The restoration work was carried out on the chapel in December 2003 to spring 2004, as well as recent archeological excavations have begun under the patronage of Archbishop Shahen Ajemian.

Interesting

facts about Saint Sargis Monastery of Ushi

  1. Voskan Yerevantsi worked here on the manuscript, which was later used as a base for the first Armenian printed Bible.

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 St. Sarkis Monastery depends on the weather conditions.

Saint Sargis Monastery of Ushi

FAQ

Where is Saint Sargis Monastery of Ushi?

Saint Sargis (Sarkis) Monastery is a large monastic complex not far from Ushi village in Aragatsotn Province.

What is the monastery known for?

It is a well-known pilgrimage site and was once one of Armenia’s centres of religious education.

What is the monastery’s connection to the first printed Armenian Bible?

Voskan Yerevantsi worked here on the manuscript that was later used as the basis for the first printed Armenian Bible.

Has the monastery been restored?

Restoration work was carried out on the chapel from December 2003 to spring 2004, and archaeological excavations have more recently begun under the patronage of Archbishop Shahen Ajemian.

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Saint Sargis Monastery, Карби, Армения

Aragatsotn

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