Aghperig Monastery, Armenian monastery in Sasun Mountains, Turkey.
Located 56 kilometers west of Lake Van, the Aghperig Monastery sits within the mountainous terrain of eastern Turkey's Bitlis province.
The monastery dates back to the 4th century, with one church attributed to Saint Thaddeus and another reportedly constructed by Gregory the Illuminator around 300.
The monastery's name, meaning Holy Spring, comes from the natural water source beneath the church that emerges near the complex.
The site stands in ruins and requires careful navigation, as previous treasure hunting activities have created numerous pits around the monastery grounds.
The Gomidas Institute collaborates with Kurdish civil groups to document and preserve this medieval Armenian architectural complex in eastern Turkey.
Architectural style: Armenian architecture
GPS coordinates: 38.57846,41.59808
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:31
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