Best Travel Destinations - Armenia
Armenia rose to Christianity during 301 AD, and many ritual practices were developed with the Apostolic Orthodox faith. Some primordial pagan practices were quite visible during this time, such as animal sacrifices. Most of the Armenian churches are founded on the remnants of pagan temples destroyed during war, and Aghjots Monastery in Garni Village, Armenia is one of such place. For the construction of Armenian monasteries and churches, volcanic tufa stones were used, which were in abundance. The stone played a vital role to beautify the churches and monasteries of Armenia as no other stone was competent to be used for intricate carvings. The walls of the church boast many discerning depictions of the history of the site, and includes two full length sculptures of ...
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