Makaravank Monastery in Armenia

Makaravank Monastery in Armenia

A medieval architectural complex located in Tavush Province, Armenia, situated on the slope of Paitatap Mountain, approximately 3 kilometers from Achajur village. Built in 1205, it was constructed using pink andesite. It also includes an ancient church from the 10th to 11th centuries, as well as the St. Astartesin Church built by Abbot Hovhannes in 1198, known for its exquisitely carved portal. Although the monastery is no longer in use, its ruins are well preserved and serve as important witnesses to Armenia's medieval religious and cultural history.