Sevanavank
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Sevanavank is a monastic complex located on a peninsula at the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan in the Gegharkunik Province of Armenia, not far from the town of Sevan. Initially the monastery was built at the southern shore of a small island.
attractions: Sevan Island, Sevan Lake And Monestry.., Garden Inn Resort Sevan, Saint Jacob Armenian Chapel, Sevan Island, Holy Mother of God Church, restaurants: Sevan Writers' House, Hayetsi, Ashot Erkat Restaurant, Green Bay Sevan, Hakobi Mot
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Sevanavank is a monastic complex located on a peninsula at the northwestern shore of Lake Sevan in the Gegharkunik Province of Armenia, not far from the town of Sevan. Initially the monastery was built at the southern shore of a small island.
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This 9th century monastic complex was built on an island in Lake Sevan, now a peninsula because of changes to the water level Around 250 paved steps (with hand rails) up a hill, the complex offers panoramic views of the jewel of Armenia Tips: - it is often windy and feels a good 10 degrees below temperatures in Yerevan so do bring a windbreaker or warm jacket - it'll be crowded on most days - some rocks on the steps are slightly loose so do trek carefully and use the handrail - bring some food to feed the strays there if you want. There were four at the car park below and a pack of four adults and five puppies above when we visited
Chi Kit WongChi Kit Wong
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As far as monasteries go, this place is pretty small. I think they are still practicing here and most of the buildings are closed. The church happened to be open the day we went and there was a wedding there which was cool. But overall, if you don't have the time, its not worth the trip. As an added note, we were there with a tour and had our own food so we were eating it in the parking lot and one of the restaurant owners started yelling at us that we can't bring our own food. Such a weird experience. She was yelling in my face to stop eating in the middle of a parking lot as I continued to chew and swallow.
PedramPedram
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Сева́н — озеро в Армении, на высоте около 1900 м; наибольшее из озёр Кавказа. Площадь — 1240 км². Средняя глубина 26,8 м, максимальная — 80 м. В озеро впадает 28 рек, вытекает одна река Раздан (приток Аракса). Озеро одновременно тектонического и запрудного характера. Озеро Севан — единственный крупный гарантированный источник пресной воды в Армении и крупнейший на всём Кавказе. В связи с этим с давних времён ставился вопрос об эффективном использовании водных ресурсов озера. В дореволюционный и советский периоды проводились мероприятия, которые привели к значительному снижению уровня воды в озере. Севанаванк (арм. Սեւանավանք) — монастырь на северо-западном побережье озера Севан. Комплекс строений расположен на одноимённом полуострове Севан, который ранее являлся небольшим островом. В конце VIII века на острове Севан обосновались несколько монахов, которые построили здесь свои кельи и часовню. Благодаря выгодному положению острова их количество увеличилось, началось активное строительство монастыря. Для возведения стен в скале вокруг острова был вырублен уступ, на который уложили большие каменные блоки. Стена опоясала остров, а над ней была сооружена сторожевая башня с воротами. Далее монахи построили три церкви, кельи и хозяйственные постройки. Монастырь основан в 874 году принцессой Мариам. В монастыре некоторое время жил царь Армении Ашот II Железный. Рядом со стенами обители он дал сражение арабским воинам, которые подошли к берегу Севана. В Севанской битве участвовали и монахи Севанаванка, которые по случаю победы объявили её волей Провидения. В XVI—XVII веках были разрушены стены монастыря, а в 1930 году с острова уехал последний монах. Севанский полуостров располагается в северо-западной части озера Севан. До падения уровня воды озера, полуостров имел статус острова. В феврале тут очень ветрено и холодно.
Наталия ЗахароваНаталия Захарова
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These place is extremely beautiful, in general it could be crowds in the weekends, although in the weekdays it’s not that crowded, the experience is truly great and the breeze is wonderful, as you can see from my photos the view is also astounding, you can spend family time there and enjoy a good talk with your siblings or parents/ friends, although if we can here in a stormy day or rainy day, it wouldn’t have been very pleasant, in addition to that a few kilometers from this place is a wonderful restaurant that I review be sure to check it out. Don’t forget to like the review of you enjoyed it!
Abdulaziz AlameriAbdulaziz Alameri
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Sevan Lake is an absolute must-visit when in Armenia for its stunning beauty and serene surroundings. The lake’s picturesque vistas never fail to impress, making it a highlight of any trip to the region. Despite the summer heat, the water remains refreshingly cool, perfect for a dip or a boat ride. Surrounding the lake, there are numerous entertaining activities to enjoy, catering to both adventurous souls and those seeking relaxation. Whether you’re into water sports, hiking along the shores, or simply lounging with a view, Sevan Lake offers something memorable for every visitor.
Ihar BeliauskiIhar Beliauski
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First, an interesting fact: the place where the monastery is, used to be an island, back when the lake was deeper. The buildings are made of stones much darker than of the other monasteries around the country. There are two buildings on top of the hill. There's a third building which toilets (which can also be found on the way to the top). The view is great, with water all around. It can get VERY windy, to the point that glasses and hats won't be safe. There are several souvenir sellers on the way to the top, and you can buy some snacks on the street below.
Gustavo Molitor PorcidesGustavo Molitor Porcides
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