Makaravank, Medieval monastery in Achajur, Armenia
The monastery complex includes four churches, a narthex, and secondary structures built with pink andesite and red tufa stones on Mount Paitatap slope.
Construction of Makaravank began in 1101, with the main church completed in 1205 and the narthex added in 1207 under Prince Vache Vachutyan's direction.
The walls display geometric patterns, carved animal figures, and biblical scenes, including a notable relief of an eagle holding a calf beneath the southern window.
Located at 40.973333 latitude and 45.126944 longitude, the monastery stands 3 kilometers southwest of Achajur village in Tavush Province.
The apse contains thirteen concave niches separated by paired arched pilasters, decorated with eight-pointed stars and detailed stone carvings.
Location: Achajur
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: Armenian architecture
Part of: Գյուղատեղի «Աչաջուր»
GPS coordinates: 40.97333,45.12694
Latest update: May 11, 2025 14:06
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