Makenis Monastery. Makenis Monastery, also known as Makenyats Vank, was built in 851 by Prince Grigor Supan II in the village of Makenis in Armenia’s Gegharkunik Province, five kilometres south of Lake Sevan. Dedicated to the Holy Mother of God, it was founded by the son of Princess Mariam, who was also associated with the establishment of Kotavank at Nerkin Getashen. Makenyats Vank served not only as a place of worship but also as an important medieval cultural and educational centre in Gegharkunik.
Makenis Monastery. Makenis Monastery, also known as Makenyats Vank, was built in 851 by Prince Grigor Supan II in the village of Makenis in Armenia’s Gegharkunik Province, five kilometres south of Lake Sevan. Dedicated to the Holy Mother of God, it was...
Armenia, Makenis
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