Historical and architectural complex Aghdzk

The historical complex includes a mid-4th century mausoleum with rectangular ossuary niches and a basilica featuring a central nave separated by columns.

Persian King Shapur II removed the remains of Armenian kings from Aghdzk until Sparapet Vassak Mamikonian reclaimed and reinterred them in the mausoleum.

The mausoleum structure displays bas relief decorations depicting hunting scenes and architectural elements that combine Byzantine and Armenian construction methods.

The complex stands at 1,260 meters elevation in Aragatsotn Province, approximately 45 minutes northwest from Yerevan by car.

The site contains 281 cratered stones and includes a shrine near caves that served as refuges during invasions between the 16th and 18th centuries.

Location: Aghdsk

GPS coordinates: 40.31571,44.25554

Latest update: October 1, 2025 21:00