ποΈ Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran
UNESCO-inscribed medieval Armenian Christian monasteries in northwestern Iran
The Dzordzor Chapel, also known as the Chapel of the Holy Mother of God, is a remarkable component of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran. Located in the northwestern part of Iran, it stands as a testament to the enduring Armenian Christian presence in the region.
π Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2008
- Located in West Azerbaijan and East Azerbaijan provinces, northwestern Iran
- Includes St. Thaddeus Monastery, St. Stepanos Monastery, and Dzordzor Chapel
- Dates from the 7th century with later medieval renovations
The Armenian Monastic Ensembles of Iran represent a significant concentration of medieval Armenian Christian religious architecture in the ...