Religious site
Vahanavank
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Vahanavank is a 10th-century Armenian monastery tucked in a lush mountain valley near Kapan, its stone buildings harmonizing with the natural landscape. The complex includes a main church, a gavit (narthex), and several outbuildings, all adorned with fine medieval stonework. Particularly notable are the khachkars, cross-stones carved with intricate geometric and floral patterns, that dot the grounds. The site's peaceful atmosphere, shaded by trees and accompanied by the sound of a nearby stream, makes it a place for quiet reflection. Visitors can walk among the ruins, admire the architectural details, and enjoy the surrounding forested hills.
Don't miss
- Admiring the intricate khachkars (cross-stones) with medieval carvings
- Exploring the main church and gavit with their original stone architecture
- Walking the peaceful valley setting with views of forested mountains
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Vahanavank
You can visit Vahanavank on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
Cheapest way inFrom Yerevan Sevan, Haghartsin, Goshavank, and Dilijan Tour4.4★ · 45 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$22 per personSee dates →
Best full dayGroup Tour: Lake Sevan (Sevanavank), Dilijan (Goshavank, Haghartsin)4.9★ · 1,212 travelers9-10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$34 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Half-Day Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Tour from Yerevan5★ · 67 travelers5-6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$113 per personSee dates →More attractions in Kapan
