Bjni, Saint Astvatsatsin Church, Tsaghkadzor Ski Resort, Kec

Bjni, Saint Astvatsatsin Church, Tsaghkadzor Ski Resort, Kecharis Monastery, Ropeway

Duration 6-7 hours. ## Explore the beauty of Armenia with stops at Saint Astvatsatsin Church, the historic village of Bjni, the scenic Tsaghkadzor Ski Resort, the ancient Kecharis Monastery, and a thrilling ride on the Tsaghkadzor Ropeway. Perfect for culture and adventure lovers!

01 August, 01 August

Start | End time: —

Language: English, Russian, Armenian, French, German

Duration: 1 day

Start | End point: 1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia | 1a Sayat-Nova Ave, Yerevan 0001, Armenia

Type of tour: Private

Group size: —

Inclusions

No inclusions listed.

Tour program

Day 1

Stop 1.Saint Astvatsatsin Church

Saint Astvatsatsin Church is a historical Armenian church located in the village of Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin) in Armenia's Ararat Province. The church was built in the 5th century and is one of the oldest surviving churches in Armenia. It was constructed by the Armenian King Vramshapuh, and its architectural design reflects traditional Armenian basilica style. The church is famous for its historical significance, as it was a place where early Christian communities gathered, and it also features beautiful frescoes and intricate stone carvings. Saint Astvatsatsin is dedicated to the Holy Mother of God and remains an important spiritual and cultural landmark in Armenia.

Stop 2.Tsaghkadzor Ski Resort

Tsaghkadzor is one of the most beautiful and touristic cities in Armenia. It is lovely in all seasons and a favourite place for locals and tourists. Tsaghkadzor is known for Armenia's best health resorts, entertainment places, ravishing nature and cultural monuments. It is only 50 km away from the capital. Being located at an altitude of 1840 meters above sea level, Tsaghkadzor is considered one of the best places for passive and active recreation.

Stop 3.Kecharis Monastic complex

Kecharis monastic complex is one of the most important cultural monuments of Tsaghkadzor. The four churches of the monastic complex were built during the XI-XIII centuries. Having unique architecture and rich history, Kecharis has been one of the prominent church and writing centers of Armenia for centuries, thanks to Pahlavuni and Proshian princes. The complex consists of four churches, a vestibule, chapels and about three dozen khachkars (XI-XVII centuries). Over the centuries, the monastery had been destroyed and restored many times. The current appearance of the monastic complex is thanks to the Austrian-Armenian philanthropist Vladimir Harutyunyan.