Saghmosavank

Սաղմոսավանք

monastery in Saghmosavan

#1 in Saghmosavan / #22 in Armenia

by Armen Manukov

/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Saghmosavank is a 13th-century Armenian monastic complex located in the village of Saghmosavan, Armenia. Perched atop the picturesque gorge of the Kasagh River, the monastery is notable for its stunning architectural features and historical significance. The complex includes the Church of Zion, built in 1215, and the Church of Saint Karapet, along with a library and narthex. Saghmosavank is renowned for its intricate stone carvings and inscriptions, reflecting the rich cultural and religious heritage of medieval Armenia.

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