Karmravor Church | Ashtarak | HD

KARMRAVOR CHURCH | ASHTARAK

Karmravor (meaning "Reddish" in Armenian because of the color of its dome) is one of many beautiful historical sites in the town of Ashtarak in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It was built in the second half of the 7th century and was built on the site of an older pagan temple.

Karmravor is Armenia's best intact example of a small domed church with a cruciform plan both on the outside and inside. The beauty of this ancient church is its age and its smallness. The grounds are adorned with nice khachkars, with the oldest one dating back to 1268. Karmravor is also the final resting place of poet Gevorg Emin.

Across the street is a splendid little cafe where you could grab some refreshments before heading on to see Ashtarak's other churches. Don't forget to check out Ashtarak Bridge.

Video credits: Johny Kondakjian

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