Targmanchats monastery, Aygeshat explained

Building Name:Targmanchats Vank
Թարգմանչաց վանք
Map Type:Armenia
Map Size:275
Location:Aygeshat, Armavir Province, Armenia
Coordinates:40.2359°N 44.2889°W
Religious Affiliation:Armenian Apostolic Church
Functional Status:Inactive, ruins
Architecture:yes
Architecture Style:Armenian
Year Completed:6th-7th century

Targmanchats Vank (Armenian: Թարգմանչաց վանք; meaning "Translators Monastery") of the 6th to 7th century is located within the village of Aygeshat in the Armavir Province of Armenia just off the main road through town. The site is gated and one must inquire about accessing the church.[1]

Architecture

Much of Targmanchats Vank is currently in ruin with the exception of the extant eastern portion of the church's wings. Massive sections of other walls remain relatively intact, though toppled from their original foundations and strewn about the premises. The church is mostly unadorned and simple in style. There are some gravestones as well as other more ancient carved stones nearby. The workings of a modern restoration attempt with the start of a new foundation and structural steel supports are clearly visible.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Kiesling . Brady. Raffi. Kojian. 2005 . Rediscovering Armenia: Guide. 2nd. Matit Graphic Design Studio. Yerevan. 67. 99941-0-121-8.