Harichavank known as one of the most famous monastic centers in Armenia and it was especially renowned for its school and scriptorium. Archaeological excavations of 1966 indicate that Harich was in existence during the 2nd century BC, and was one of the more well known fortress towns in Armenia.The oldest part of this Armenian monastery is the Church of St. Gregory the Enlightener (Սբ. Գրիգոր Լուսավորիչ); it is a domed structure that is usually placed in the category of so-called Mastara-style churches (named after the fifth century church of St. Hovhannes in the village of Mastara, in the southern part of Shirak). The founding date of the monastery is unknown, but probably it was built no later than the 7th century, when St. Gregory was erected.The Cathedral of the Holy Mother of God (Սբ. Աստվածածին) that dominates the monastic complex was built by the orders of Zakare Zakarian, Amirspasalar (commander-in-chief) and Prince who ruled Eastern Armenia in the 13th century together with his brother Ivane Zakarian. Prince Zakare started the Cathedral after he bought Harich from a family representing the Pahlavuni dynasty.
The most nice place in Shirak province
One of nicest and most important Armenian historical monastries
One of the most beautiful cathedrals of Armenia!
It is a lovely place
Very interesting and fascinating
The monastery is great! It is one of the most impressive churches in Shirak region if Armenia. The most impressive part of it is the small chapel situated right on a cliff. Some parts of the church are covered with ornaments. The church also has a school. It is nice to see its students walking.
Impressive monastery and the nature
It is complicated to get there by public transport but worth the effort, given the architecture of the church complex.
In God we trust,God bless us
Very old church!
Ararat peoples history
The oldest church of Harichavank was built in 7th century, main church was built in 1201 by Zakare and Ivane Zakaryans. It is a huge and impressive building with big gavit. There is a seminary .The monastery complex was a summer residence of Armenian Catholicos. The ancient church of Harichavank was built in the 7th century, the main one being the largest in 1201 by the Zakarevs.
Harichavank (formerly Pchachaghavank), a medieval monastic complex in Armenia. It is one of the ancient medieval Armenian monasteries. The oldest building was built in the 7th century. St. Gregorys Church. Adjacent to it are two-story prayer halls built in the 13th century. The main church of the monastery was built by the order of the Zakare-Ivane brothers in 1201, it is a large cross-domed structure.This monument is one of the jewels of medieval architecture, covered with delicate ornaments. The building is magnificent with its simplicity, construction perfection. The monastery was also a science center. Avetik Isahakyan studied at the famous school operating there in 1887-1889.Future clergymen are brought up and educated in Harich Monastery
Armenian medieval monastery complex of the XIII century, known as Harich. The oldest building of the complex dates back to the 7th century; this is the church of St. Gregory, built under the architectural influence of the Mastara Church. The ruins of a 5th century church have also been preserved. Since 1850, the Harichavank church has been the summer residence of the Echmiadzin Catholicos.
Harichavank (formerly known as Kopchaghavank), medieval church complex in Armenia. It is one of the oldest medieval Armenian monasteries. The oldest building was built in the 7th century. Its Gregory Church. There are also two-storied prayer halls built in the 13th century. The main church of the monastery was built by the order of Zakare and Ivane brothers in 1201.
Perhaps the oldest monastery from Armenia and the world, it has traces of its origins from the 4th Century. It is still existing the oldest place of worship of the twelfth century to which is added the church in 1280 and the next in 1600. very nice place with adjacent still active workshop. Very clean and well maintained with recent restoration of the garden. It deserves to be visited with devotion.
A great place for those who want to see the famous Armenian architecture of past centuries. Here the temples of the 7th and 12th centuries are harmoniously merged together
Big minus - no toilet!
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Harichavank is one of the most important church complexes of medieval Armenia. The oldest structure is from the 7th century, the main church was built in 1201. It is located in the village of the same name.
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Harich MonasteryHarichavank (formerly Chpchaghavank), a medieval church complex in Armenia. It is one of the oldest medieval Armenian monasteries. The oldest building was built in the 7th century. It is the church of Grigor. Next to it are two-storey 13th-century prayer halls. The main church of the monastery was built by the order of the brothers Zakare and Ivan in 1201, it is a large cross-shaped structure.
7th century
Good monastery liked. One of the few monasteries of Armenia, which is worth a visit.
It looks very nice at wedding ceremonies
The most beautiful place, I advise everyone
Happy place
Miracle
A very beautiful place, both the monastery itself and nature, on the plateau opposite is the place of the medieval settlement
Beautiful architectural structure of the ancient Armenian people
Crutch
Beautiful
- Address:Harich, Armenia
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- Monastery
- Tourist attraction