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Arkazi Surb Khach
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monasteryVernashen, Vayots Dzor

Tanahat

cultural heritage monument in ArmeniaBuilt 1201
TypemonasteryArmenian
Built1201
Best monthsJun · Aug–Sepweather in Vernashen
39.79° N, 45.40° EUTC+4 · Armenia Standard Time
Standing for825 years
built 1201today 2026
When to goVernashen · weather score
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec70October
Best timeJun · Aug–Sep
October: high / low16° / 6°
iAbout

Tanahat in brief

Tanahat is a monastery in Vernashen, Vayots Dzor, Armenia. Monastery.

It holds the designation cultural heritage monument in Armenia.

The monastery dates from 1201 and is built in the Armenian style.

For a visit, the weather in Vernashen is best in June, August and September; in October afternoons average 16°.

Vernashen: weather and travel guide

Facts

Type
monastery
Designation
cultural heritage monument in Armenia
Built
1201
Style
Armenian
Nearest town
Vernashen
Region
Vayots Dzor
Coordinates
39.78970, 45.40060
iiLocation

Where to find it

iiiWhen to visit

Weather in Vernashen

Climate guide

Month score for sightseeing

Best Jun · Aug–Sep
47
Jan
45
Feb
30
Mar
44
Apr
64
May
77
Jun
70
Jul
78
Aug
86
Sep
70
Oct
47
Nov
44
Dec
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Museums

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