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Sanahin Monastery
Lori
The monastery of Sanahin (10-13cc) is situated in Alaverdi region. Being persecuted by the Byzantines the Armenian clergymen founded the church of St. Godmother here in the first half of the 10th century.
Haghpat
Lori
The famous Haghpat monastic complex, which was founded in the times of Armenian king Abbas Bagratuni is situated in Alaverdi region, 3 km away from Sanahin.
Odzun Holy Mother Of God Church
Lori
In Odzun village of Alaverdi region the famous Odzun church is situated. It was built in 6-7cc by catholicos Hovhan Odznetsi (from Odzun).
Horomayri Monastery
Lori
3 km away from Kober train station, right near the canyon, the ruins of Horomayri church are located.
Kayan Fortress
Lori
Kayan Berd was built in 1233 and is located between the monasteries of Sanahin and Haghpat.
Kobayr monastery
Lori
In the region of Alaverdi one of the most picturesque sights of Armenia – the monastery of Kobayr is situated.
Russian church of Vanadzor
Lori
The Russian Orthodox church of Vanadzor is located in the center of the city. Built in 1893-95, it was designed by architect Pomerantsev and is a small-size copy of St. Sofia Cathedral in Istanbul.
Tatev Monastery
Syunik
The monastery of Tatev was the religious center of historical Syunik princedom. For many times the monastery was destroyed by attacks, foreign invasions and earthquakes.
Sisavank
Syunik
Sisavank cathedral is situated in Sisavan – the regional center of Sisian. It was constructed in 7th century by Kohazat prince of Syunik by the support of Hovsep bishop of Syunik and Theodoros monk.