The monastery of Geghard (Armenian: Ô³Õ¥Õ²Õ¡Ö€Õ¤, meaning spear) is a unique architectural construction in the Kotayk province of Armenia, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The complex of medieval buildings is set into a landscape of great natural beauty, surrounded...
Armenia: Christianity’s forgotten cradle
A wonderful article on Armenia by Ruth Hill of Washington Times, who writes columns about contemporary Christian travel destinations. ARMENIA, May 8, 2012 – Ancient stone walls hang off cliffs overlooking the beautiful Azat River Gorge in Armenia. Grounds of the Geghard Monastery hold monastic cells and several small churches, cut from surrounding rock during the 11thcentury. Visitors can almost hear the...
Ancient Armenian Monastery Ruins
Ruins of Saint Sargis Monastery in Ushi, Armenia
