What You Will Do
Explore Armenia’s religious heritage in and around Yerevan during this 4-5-hour visit to the region’s historic churches. Discover houses of worship like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Echmiadzin Mother Cathedral, the churches of St. Gayane and St. Hripsime. Next stop is Zvartnots, the medieval temple of St. Gregory built in the 7th century.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
on the left hand, little bit down from Nalbandyan and Tumanyan corner
1
Hyur Service
15 minutes
starting and ending point
2
Saint Hripsime Church
30 minutes
Hripsime Virgin's tomb, UNESCO heritage
3
Saint Gayane Church
30 minutes
Gayane Virgin's tomb, UNESCO heritage
4
Echmiadzin Monastery
1 hour
The center of Armenian Apostolic church – St. Echmiadzin is located 20 km far from Yerevan. The Cathedral of Echmiadzin was founded at the beginning of the fourth century and is one of the oldest churches in the world. According to the legend, the church was built in the place where apparition of Jesus Christ was seen to Gregory The Illuminator in the dream. The interior of the church is covered with frescoes, created by Hovnatanyan family. The residence of the Catholicos and the Theological Academy are situated near the Cathedral. The site is included in UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
5
Zvartnots Temple
45 minutes
ruins of ancient temple, UNESCO heritage
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