Fortress gate, Akhtala monastery, Akhtala, Lori, Armenia
Fortress entrance gate in the north wall (left) and copper smelters (right) at Akhtala monastery, founded late 10th century by the Kiurikid family, at Akhtala, Lori, Armenia. The monastery fortress of the Armenian Apostolic Church, sits in a defensive position on a rocky promontory, and consists of Surb Astvatsatsin or Holy Mother of God Church, smaller churches, crypts and wine cellars. Picture by Manuel Cohen
Picture No
50380538
Media ID
50380538
Size
8031px x 5771px
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Credit
Manuel Cohen / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
Photograph by Manuel Cohen
Date
2025
