Tzitzernavank Monastery facts for kids
Tzitzernavank Monastery (Armenian: Ծիծեռնավանք, meaning Swallows Monastery) is a very old Armenian monastery. It is located in the region of Kashatagh, which is controlled by the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic. This special place was built a long, long time ago, between the 300s and 500s AD. It is a great example of an old Armenian building style.
The main church at the monastery is called the Church of St. Gregory. It was fixed up and opened again for visitors in 1999 and 2000.
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Tzitzernavank Monastery is a historic religious site. It is important for understanding Armenian history and architecture. The monastery sits in a beautiful area, surrounded by nature. Many people visit to see its ancient walls and learn about its past.
A Look at Its History
The monastery's history goes back more than 1,500 years. It was built during a time when Christianity was spreading in Armenia. The design of the monastery shows how people built churches in that part of the world long ago. It has a unique style that makes it stand out.
The Church of St. Gregory
The Church of St. Gregory is the most important building at Tzitzernavank. It is a place where people have prayed for centuries. After many years, the church needed some repairs. Workers carefully fixed it up between 1999 and 2000. This made sure the old church could be used and enjoyed for many more years.
Images for kids
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General view of Tzitzernavank
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Southern wall of the monastery
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Tombstone with Armenian inscriptions close to church
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Plan of the basilica
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Outer wall surrounding the monastery
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The Monastery's interior.
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Azerbaijani stamp depicting the monastery
See also
In Spanish: Monasterio de Tsitsernavank para niños
