Pemzashen Church, 7th-century church in Pemzashen, Armenia.
The structure features an octagonal drum with four small windows and exhibits a cruciform central plan typical of Armenian religious architecture.
The church stands next to the foundations of a 5th-century basilica, marking centuries of continuous religious presence in the Shirak Province.
The entrance lintel displays detailed carvings of the Virgin Mary with baby Jesus, surrounded by angels and gift-bearing figures.
The church remains in partial ruins, with collapsed walls and a missing dome, though the geometric cornice beneath retains its original form.
A separate side chapel connects to the main building through an independent entrance portal, creating a distinct architectural arrangement.
Location: Pemzashen
Inception: 5 century
Architectural style: Armenian architecture
Part of: Pemzashen Church complex
GPS coordinates: 40.58478,43.94189
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:42
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