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Diocese Of Aragatsotn
Diocese of Aragatsotn ( hy, Արագածոտնի թեմ ''Aragatsotni t'em''), is a diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church covering the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. The name is derived from the historic Aragatsotn canton of Ayrarat province of Kingdom of Armenia. The diocese was officially founded on May 30, 1996, by Catholicos Karekin I. The diocesan headquarters are located in the provincial capital Ashtarak, while the cathedral of the diocese is the Saint Mesrop Mashtots Church in the nearby village of Oshakan. Bishop Mkrtich Broshyan is currently the primate of the diocese, serving since 2009. History Historically, the territory of modern-day Aragatsotn has been regulated by the Araratian Pontifical Diocese and the Diocese of Shirak. The towns of Ashtarak and Aparan along with their villages were under the jurisdiction of the Araratian diocese, while the town of Talin and the surrounding areas were under the jurisdiction of Shirak diocese. After the independence from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saint Mesrop Mashtots Church
Saint Mesrop Mashtots Church ( hy, Սուրբ Մեսրոպ Մաշտոց եկեղեցի) is an Armenian Apostolic church in Oshakan that contains the grave of Mesrop Mashtots, the inventor of the Armenian alphabet. It is one of Armenia's better known churches and a pilgrimage site. Pilgrims visit the church on the Feast of the Holy Translators in October. Mashtots was buried at the site in 440, where a martyrium was built three years later. The current church dates to 1873–79, when an entirely new building was built on the grave of Mashtots, located under the altar. It has been the seat of the Diocese of Aragatsotn since 1996. Early history According to Movses Khorenatsi, when Mesrop Mashtots died (c. 440), three locations were considered for his burial place: his native Taron region; Goghtn, where he had begun his missionary work; and Vagharshapat, Armenia's political and religious capital, next to the graves of other saints. His body was eventually taken by Hmayeak Mamikonia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kontakion
The kontakion (Greek , plural , ''kontakia'') is a form of hymn performed in the Orthodox and the Eastern Catholic liturgical traditions. The kontakion originated in the Byzantine Empire around the 6th century and is closely associated with Saint Romanos the Melodist (d. 556). It is divided into strophes (''oikoi'', stanzas) and begins with a prologue (the ''prooimoion'' or ''koukoulion''). A kontakion usually has a biblical theme, and often features dialogue between biblical characters. The only kontakion that is regularly celebrated in full length today is the Akathist to the Theotokos. Etymology The word ''kontakion'' derives from the Greek κόνταξ (''kontax''), which means "rod" or "stick" and refers specifically to the pole around which a scroll is wound. While the genre dates to at least the 6th century, the word itself is attested only in the 9th century. The motivation for the name is likely "the way in which the words on a scroll unfurl as it is read". A hymn ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karbi, Armenia
Karbi ( hy, Կարբի) is a village in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia, near the town of Ashtarak. Within the area there is a triple-nave basilica of S. Astvatsatsin dated to 1691-93 with an unattached adjacent belfry of 1338. In the village there are also S. Gevorg or S. Kiraki church of the 11th to 13th centuries, Tsiranavor, a Tukh Manuk shrine, and "Zargarents Zham" chapel built between the 11th and 13th centuries. History Karbi was recorded in manuscripts as early as the 13th century and is also mentioned in an inscription of the same period upon the southern wall of the Katoghike Church of the Astvatsnkal Monastery built between the 5th and 13th centuries. It reads, The history of Karbi has been one marked by invasions, destruction and plundering. In the manuscripts (late 14th to mid-15th centuries) written by Thomas of Metsoph, he left an account of the invasions of Timur Lenk in the 14th century and stated that, "Next imurcame to the Araratean country and Ka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Surp Astvatsatsin Church Of Karbi
The church of Surp Astvatsatsin ( hy, Սուրբ Աստվածածին; meaning ''Holy Mother of God'') is located just off of the main highway through the village of Karbi in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. The basilica was completed between the years of 1691–1693, while the belfry was built earlier in 1338. Architecture S. Astvatsatsin is a triple-nave basilica, with a single gable roof covering the entire body of the structure and a small off-centered cupola. Several large khachkars are embedded into the exterior walls of the church. A large two-storey belfry it situated in front of the eastern end of the church. The belfry is a separate structure from the basilica. It has a large archway that serves as the support for the upper cupola. The cupola is supported by eight columns and has a conical dome A dome () is an architectural element similar to the hollow upper half of a sphere. There is significant overlap with the term cupola, which may also refer to a dome or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saint Sarkis Church Of Ashtarak
The church of Saint Sarkis ( hy, Սուրբ Սարգիս եկեղեցի; pronounced ''Surp Sarkis'') is located at the edge of a gorge opposite the town of Ashtarak in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It is situated at an attractive point at a promontory overlooking the gorge and offers a fine view to the three churches of Tsiranavor, Spitakavor, and Karmravor. Located in the center of town nearby is also the church of S. Mariane. Directly below Saint Sarkis in the gorge is a unique bridge built in 1664. A path leads down from the church into the gorge and across the bridge which leads to the town. Architecture Saint Sarkis Church has a small cruciform central-plan supposedly built in the 19th century on an old foundation. A single drum and umbrella type dome A dome () is an architectural element similar to the hollow upper half of a sphere. There is significant overlap with the term cupola, which may also refer to a dome or a structure on top of a dome. The precise de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Parpi
Parpi ( hy, Փարպի) is a village in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. It is home to the 5th-century Tsiranavor Church, with 7th- and 10th-century modifications. There is also S. Grigor or S. Grigor Lusavorich (''Gregory the Illuminator'') Church and the 7th-century (rebuilt 10th-11th century) Targmanchats (''Holy Translator'') Church located in a medieval-modern cemetery on a hill to the east. Nearby is a cave with a working door, used as a place of refuge between the 16th and 18th centuries. History The 5th- to 6th-century Armenian chronicler and historian Ghazar Parpetsi was born at Parpi in AD 442. He is recognized for writing ''History of Armenia'', sometime in the early 6th century. Parpi is known to have had a brief visit during October 1734 by Abraham Kretatsi during the time while he was serving the Catholicos Abraham II. He wrote: The village is also mentioned in a 13th-century inscription on the southern wall of the Katoghike Church of the Astvatsnkal Monaste ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saint Marianeh Church, Ashtarak
Saint Marianeh church ( hy, Սուրբ Մարիանե եկեղեցի; pronounced ''Surp Mariané''), also known as Saint Marineh, is a medieval Armenian church located in the town of Ashtarak in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. Nearby are the churches of Karmravor Church, Karmravor (located southeast of the Saint Marianeh), Spitakavor Church of Ashtarak, Spitakavor, Tsiranavor Church of Ashtarak, Tsiranavor, and Saint Sargis Church of Ashtarak, Surp Sarkis. There is also a unique bridge of 1664 in the gorge nearby. Saint Marianeh church is clearly visible from across the gorge at Saint Sargis church. The church sits adjacent to Smbat Shahaziz road, between Perch Proshyan and Parpetsi roads though it is easiest reached via a vacant lot southeast of the complex. Architecture Saint Marianeh church was built in 1271 (according to some sources 1281), and has proportions peculiar to the given period of its construction. It has a rectangular plan from the exterior and a cruciform ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ashnak
Ashnak ( hy, Աշնակ) is a village in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. The village is known from the 5th century, but was relocated to its present site in 1830. The town's environs include the ruins of a 10th-century chapel, a 5th-century church, and ancient fort. Prior to the breakup of the Soviet Union, Ashnak had a folk dance troupe that toured internationally. See also *Aragatsotn Province References *World Gazetteer: Armenia– World-Gazetteer.comReport of the results of the 2001 Armenian Census Populated places in Aragatsotn Province {{Aragatsotn-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Otevan
Otevan ( hy, Օթևան) is a village in the Metsadzor Municipality of the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. The village is home to a 12th-century ruined Armenian church as well as the ruins of a fortress and is mostly populated by Yezidis. See also *Genocide of Yazidis by ISIL *Yazidis in Armenia Yazidis in Armenia (; ku, Êzîdiyên Ermenistanê) are Yazidis who live in Armenia, where they form the largest ethnic minority. Yazidis settled in the territory of modern-day Armenia mainly in the 19th and early 20th centuries, fleeing religi ... References *Report of the results of the 2001 Armenian Census*Kiesling, ''Rediscovering Armenia'', p. 18, available online at thUS embassy to Armenia's website Populated places in Aragatsotn Province Yazidi populated places in Armenia {{Aragatsotn-geo-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Byurakan
Byurakan ( hy, Բյուրական), is a major village in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia, located on the slope of Mount Aragats. The village is home to several historical sites including the 7th-century Artavazik Church, the 10th-century basilica of Saint Hovhannes and a huge 13th-century khachkar monument. It is also home to the Byurakan Observatory. Byurakan Observatory Byurakan observatory is founded in 1946 by Viktor Hambardzumyan, Armenian scientist. There are several telescopes. The diameter of the biggest telescope is 2.6m (the biggest telescope in Caucasus). There is also 1m Shmidt telescope. Gallery Image:Map of Amberd.gif, Road map of Byurakan and surrounding region. Image:Byurakan Saint Hovhannes2.JPG, Basilica of S. Hovhannes of the 10th century Image:Artavazik Church Front2.JPG, Artavazik Church of the 7th century with huge khachkar monument behind. Image:Artavazik Khachkar2.JPG, Huge khachkar monument behind Artavazik Church of the 13th century Image:Byu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Surp Hovhannes Church, Byurakan
Surp Hovhannes Church ( hy, Սուրբ Հովհաննես եկեղեցի; translates to the "Church of Saint John") is an important 10th century basilica located in the village of Byurakan in the Aragatsotn Province of Armenia. Not very far away from S. Hovhannes in the same village, are the ruins of the Artavazik Church of the 7th century with a huge 13th-century khachkar monument directly across the ravine from the structure. Architecture Surp Hovhannes has two portals that lead into the building. The main entrance is from the side of the church, and has an inscription upon the lintel above the portal. Indications of the structure's age can be seen in the temple style steps leading up to S. Hovhannes and the Maltese Crosses carved into the façade. Khachkars and other decorative stones may be found around the premises. Gallery Image:Map of Amberd.gif, Road map of Byurakan and surrounding region. Image:Byurakan S. Hovannes1.JPG, Front view Image:Byurakan S. Hovannes3.JPG, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karmravor Church
Karmravor ( hy, Կարմրավոր եկեղեցի; meaning "reddish" because of the color of its dome), also known as the ''Church of Holy Mother of God'' (Սուրբ Աստվածածին, ''Surb Astvatsatsin'') is a 7th-century Armenian Apostolic church in the town of Ashtarak in the Aragatsotn Province. Architecture Surp Astvatsatsin is a small building with a cruciform central-plan and a dome with an octagonal drum and a Byzantine-style red tile roof. It measures only 19 feet 7 inches by 24 feet 6 inches, and is simply decorated with geometric and foliage patterns around the eaves and cornices. The apse is horseshoe shaped. Many of the original tiles on the roof which were laid on mortar have remained intact, and the church has had only some minor restoration during the 1950s. According to Thierry, ''Surp Astvatsatsin'' marks a turning point in Armenian architecture, with its plan in the shape of a cross with a single dome setting a style that would be repeated over t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
