Tanahat Monastery
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A 13th-century monastery on a hillside east of Yeghegnadzor, with animal reliefs on its exterior walls. It is thought to have been one of the sites of the medieval Gladzor University.
The Church of St. Stephen at Tanahat Monastery was built between 1273 and 1279. Its exterior walls are decorated with lively reliefs of lions, bulls and a sundial. Archaeologists believe this was one of the locations of Gladzor University, a famous medieval center of learning. Early church ruins stand near the monastery. It is about 10 km from Yeghegnadzor, and the road is reasonably good, so you can drive there. Entry is free. To learn more about this history, visit the Gladzor University Museum in town.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
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- Jewish Cemetery of Yeghegis
- Zorats Church
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