Cathedral and Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots
Cathedral and Churches of Echmiatsin and the Archaeological Site of Zvartnots, Religious complex and archaeological site in Armavir Province, Armenia
The cathedral and churches of Echmiatsin feature central-domed cross-hall layouts with polygonal apses, while Zvartnots displays circular architectural elements from the 7th century.
Built between 301 and 303 CE on a former pagan temple site, Echmiatsin Cathedral marks the location where Armenia adopted Christianity as its state religion.
The Cathedral serves as the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church and houses the residence of the Catholicos, the supreme patriarch of Armenia.
Visitors can reach both sites by taking a taxi from Yerevan, with the journey passing near Zvartnots International Airport on the main highway.
The interior of Echmiatsin Cathedral contains preserved frescoes painted by Naghash Hovnatan between 1712 and 1721, representing rare Armenian religious art.
GPS coordinates: 40.15931,44.29514
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:16
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