Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin

Overview

These two Byzantine monasteries in the Tumanian region from the period of prosperity during the Kiurikian dynasty (10th to 13th century) were important centres of learning. Sanahin was renown for its school of illuminators and calligraphers. The two monastic complexes represent the highest flowering of Armenian religious architecture, whose unique style developed from a blending of elements of Byzantine ecclesiastical architecture and the traditional vernacular architecture of the Caucasian region.

Selection Criteria

(ii)(iv)

Components(3 locations)

• •Sanahin Bridge777-003
• •Monastery of Haghpat777-001
• •Monastery of Sanahin777-002

Details

Countries

Armenia

ISO Codes

AM

Area

2.65 ha

Coordinates

41.0950, 44.7103