Khachkars, Noratus cemetery, Gegharkunik, Armenia
Tour guide giving walking tour of the khachkars in the Noratus cemetery, a medieval graveyard founded 10th century with nearly 900 khachkars or cross-stones, and many carved tombstones, at Noratus, Gegharkunik, Armenia. Many khachkars date from the 10th century and others from 16th and 17th centuries. They were believed to protect the soul of the deceased. Picture by Manuel Cohen
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50380303
Media ID
50380303
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8268px x 5989px
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Credit
Manuel Cohen / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
Photograph by Manuel Cohen
Date
2025
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