St. Stephen’s church of Lmbatavank was built in 7th century in cross-shaped central domed architectural style. It is located near Artik city. This church is the oldest building constructed from Artik tufa.
The monastery complex of Marmashen is located in the valley of Akhuryan river. Marmashen cloister was founded in 998 but the construction of the entire complex was completed in 1029.
Harichavank is situated on a rocky cape, at the foot of the western slopes of mount Aragats. The monastery was founded by the 7th century, when the church