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Okonavank, Church building in Yenokavan, Armenia.

The structure features semicircular walls measuring 3 meters in thickness and includes defensive towers rising 5 meters in the southwestern section of the building.

Established in 1863, Okonavank remains within the village site of Գյուղատեղի «Սև քար» and stands as a testament to 19th-century Armenian architecture.

The church represents Armenian architectural elements from the 1800s, incorporating both religious and defensive design principles common to the period.

Located at 1600 meters above sea level, the church can be reached through the main road system connecting to nearby towns in the Tavush region.

The building incorporates specific defensive features with its southern and western sections positioned 20 meters away from the main walls.

Location: Yenokavan

Inception: 1863

Part of: Գյուղատեղի «Սև քար»

GPS coordinates: 40.88750,45.01917

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:23

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