Aragatsotn Marz (Region)
Aragatsotn Marz (region) is located in the central part of the Republic of Armenia. The total area is 2,753 square kilometers, which is 9.3 percent of the territory of Armenia. The Marz (region) of Aragatsotn consists of the following 114 communities (hamaynkner), of which three are considered urban.
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Ancient Settlement of AgarakThe ancient settlement of Agarak is older than the Egyptian pyramids and it was inhabitet even during the reigning of the Artashesyans and Ervandunis, as well as it was developed during the late Middle Ages for remains of ritual Christian graveyards are found, which witness that in the late Middle ages the area was used as a cemetery. Once in Agarak one will come to realize that there are no limits to human imagination. Throughout the ancient area huge masses of tuff-stone have been converted into the rock-hewn structures. Here even the cliffs over the immense surface and the facades of platforms are designed. There are a lot of caves staircases, hewn sepulchers, conformations of varied purposes. |
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Royal Mausoleum of AghtskIn this mausoleum which is located at the bottom of Mount Aragats are buried the bones of the greatest kings of Armenia. The enemies believed that if they manage to get hold of them, the country's capacity will be reduced and pass to them… |
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AmberdThere was a cyclopean fortress-residence instead of Amberd’s nowadays castle area 5000-6000 years ago. Later the mighty kings of Urartu built a castle here. By its current shape Amberd has been standing since the 7th century, when Kamsarakan counts built this powerful and impregnable fortress at the bottom of mount Aragats. |
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The Church of AruchThis church which was built in the 7th century is one of the most majestic buildings of the early medieval Armenia. Even now, when it is dilapidated, still inspires majesty and respect to every visitor… |
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Dashtadem fortressThe medieval fortress of Dashtadem is one of the well-preserved fortresses in the territory of Armenia and it still enraptures visitors with its loftiness and inaccessibility. |
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Karmravor ChurchThis church stands out for its beauty, despite its small size. There is a sad legend related to its name... |
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SaghmosavankThis monastic complex of the 13th century is unique not only for its architectural attractiveness ... There is a beautiful view of the Kasakh gorge and one of the sacred Armenian mountains - the mountain Ara ler ... |
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The Observatory of ByurakanWould you like to visit one of the most powerful research centers of Eastern Europe and the Middle East's and admire the stars? In that case, do not hesitate and set off to the Observatory of Byurakan. |
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HovhannavankThis marvelous monastic complex, which was built in the 13th century, was one of the most famous in medieval Armenia. But the story of Hovhannavank comes from the depth of thousands of years. |
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Spitakavor ChurchA sad, but interesting legend is connected with the name of this church. Church Spitakavor (White) is a small but exquisite building, which is located in the city of Ashtarak... |
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Katoghike Church, Talin (Talin Cathedral)This early medieval cathedral stands out for its large size and luxurious outdoor decoration. The history of the Talin church is very mysterious... |
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The Armenian Alphabet MonumentMany people consider Mesropyan letters – the Armenian alphabet to be the most important weapon of the Armenian people in the preservation of the Armenian nation. No wonder that there is a monument to the Armenian alphabet in Armenia, not far from the capital Yerevan... |
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Tsiranavor ChurchTsiranavor (apricot) is the sister of the churches Spitakavor (white) and Karmravor (red), as they are connected with a beautiful but very sad legend... |
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