Tsitsernavank Monastery, Early Christian monastery in Lachin District, Azerbaijan
The stone basilica features three naves separated by two rows of pillars supporting the roof near the Zabukhchay and Əhmədliçay rivers.
Built in the 5th century, the monastery underwent three construction phases, including the addition of a windowless apse and replacement of timber arcades.
The name Tsitsernavank comes from the Armenian word tsitsern, meaning little finger, referring to Saint George relics stored in the church.
The monastery lies within five kilometers of Armenia's Syunik province and returned to Azerbaijan control in December 2020 under ceasefire agreement terms.
The central nave rises marginally higher than lateral naves, following the architectural pattern found in Armenian churches of Yereruyk and Yeghvard.
GPS coordinates: 39.64426,46.40770
Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:34
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