Noravank

Noravank is a magic monastery standing out not only with its appearance and design but also the surrounding marvelous scenery. The monastery Noravank was built in the 13th century in the territory of two earlier churches. This attractive monastic complex includes the church of Saint Stepanos, saint Grigor and Saint Astvatsatsin churches. The monastery of Noravank was the residence of the Orbelian princes.

The famous architect Siranes and the miniature painter and great sculptor Momik worked on the monastery building in early fourteenth century. Original khatchkars by the great architect Momik are noted in the territory of the monastery. Up to this day the khachkars appear to be very unique. Momik’s last works are believed to be the two-story Church-Sepulcher of Saint Astvatsatsin.

The monastery of Noravank was plundered in 1238 by the Mongols but after a peace treaty was signed and the monastery was rebuilt.

Visiting this specific monastery everyone can fact that human imagination recognizes no limits and boundaries. Because when to see the reflection of it right in front those amazing creations it appears too unreal to be true. Such kind of specific buildings and creations can be found scattered all around the world. In Armenia it is outstanding monastery of Noravank with is red rocks and very unique architectural solutions.