Shirak Landmarks, Armenia

Arichavank Monastery

Monastic complex Arichavank was built during the 7 th - 13 th centuries. Its main feature is that it was built from huge stones of various colors.

Marmashen Monastery

Located 10 km from Gyumri in the village of Marmashen is Marmashen monastery (10 th – 13 th centuries) - the outstanding cultural and religious centre of medieval Armenia.