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Goshavank

Goshavank
The monastic complex of Goshavank.
Religious building
LocationGosh, Tavush Province,
Armenia Armenia
AffiliationArmenian Apostolic Church
Architectural description
Architectural styleArmenian
Year completed12th-13th century

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Goshavank ( ; meaning "Monastery of Gosh"; previously known as Nor Getik) is a 12-13th century Armenian monastery located in the village of Gosh in the Tavush Province of Armenia. Today the monastery is not a functioning religious complex, although it remains a popular tourist destination and has recently undergone some light restoration. The impressive monastery which has remained in relatively good condition also houses one of the world's finest examples of a khachkar.

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7.15 min. | 0 user rating		 Goshavank' (Armenian: Ô³Õ¸Õ·Õ¡Õ¾Õ¡Õ¶Ö„) meaning Monastery of Gosh), is a 12-13th century Armenian monastery located in a village of Armenia named Gosh (Tavush marz), was originally known as Nor-Getik. It was the home of Mkhitar Gosh, after whom the village and monastery were named. Today the monastery is not a functioning religious complex, although it remains a popular tourist destination and is currently undergoing some light restoration. In addition to the impressive monastery, which has remained in relatively good condition, one of the world's finest khachkars is located at the monastery.
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8.72 min. | 3.0 user rating		 Subtitle: Land of Monasteries and khatchkars Sous Titre : Au pays des Monastères et des Khatchkars The Khachkar cemeteries, architectural tradition purely Armenian mixed Christian and pagan symbols and reflect the turbulent past of this country from West Asia. Destination dominated by the mythical history of Mount Ararat, where the biblical Noah's ark would have failed after the flood, Armenia is often considered the cradle of Christianity. We suggest exploring the rich religious heritage of Armenia and the legendary hospitality of the people. Les Khatchkars des cimetières, tradition architecturale purement arménienne mêlent symboles chrétiens et païens et témoignent du passé tumultueux de ce pays d'Asie Occidentale. Destination mythique dominée par l'histoire du Mont Ararat, où selon la Bible l'arche de Noé se serait échouée après le déluge, l'Arménie est souvent considérée comme l'un des berceaux du christianisme. Nous vous proposons de partir à la découverte du riche patrimoine religieux arménien et de l'hospitalité légendaire de la population.
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