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Sights of Armenia Tavush
Shahmourad Monastery
- RegionTavush
- Distance from Yerevan6.5 km
- TypeMonastery/Church
Tavush
About this place
Shahmourad (Shkhmurad or Getetakht) monastery complex, hidden in Tavush forests, was built in XIII century. It is located in Verin Tsakhkavan village of Tavush province. The Varagajur River flows on the lower part of the monastery. The monastery complex was surrounded by an enclosure and monk cells that are now destroyed. Shahmourad monastery complex consists of a church, a chapel and two narthexes. There is a cemetery named after Shahmourad not far from the eastern side of the monastery.
Interesting
facts about Shahmourad Monastery
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Shahmurad monastery was a cultural and educational center for the population of villages near the Varagajur River. It also considered being a famous place of pilgrimage.
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Many medieval records, whole and broken khachkars are kept in the monastery.
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 Shahmourad Monastery depends on the weather conditions.
Shahmourad Monastery
FAQ
Where is Shahmourad Monastery?
Hidden in the forests of Tavush, the monastery is in Verin Tsakhkavan village, Tavush Province. The Varagajur River flows below it.
When was Shahmourad Monastery built?
The monastery complex was built in the 13th century. It is also known as Shkhmurad or Getetakht.
What does the Shahmourad complex consist of?
The complex consists of a church, a chapel and two narthexes; the enclosure and monks’ cells that once surrounded it are now destroyed. Many medieval inscriptions and whole and broken khachkars remain, and a cemetery named after Shahmourad lies not far to the east.
What role did Shahmourad Monastery play?
Shahmourad was a cultural and educational centre for the villages along the Varagajur River and a famous place of pilgrimage.
Tavush
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Address
Tavush, улица Самвела Сафаряна, Ереван, Армения
Tavush
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