Yererouk Basilica
Երերույքի տաճար
The ruins of an early Christian basilica from the 4th to 5th centuries, located on the Armenian-Turkish border by the Akhuryan River.
Yererouk is one of the oldest surviving Christian buildings, dating to roughly the 4th and 5th centuries. Its vast three-aisled basilica no longer has a roof, but its walls and arches remain impressive, and it has been placed on the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list. The site lies close to the Akhuryan River and the Turkish border, where you can look across to the other side. It is about 45 km from Gyumri, roughly one hour by car on rough roads, so hiring a driver is recommended, and it can be combined with the nearby village of Anipemza. Free of charge. In border areas, do not cross the border or photograph military installations.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lmbatavank
- Mother Armenia, Gyumri
- Black Fortress (Sev Berd)
- Gyumri Central Park
- Holy Saviour's Church
- Dzitoghtsyan Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life
- Cathedral of the Holy Martyrs, Gyumri
- Vartanants Square