haghpat monastery
Haghpat Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Armenia, is a 10th-century medieval complex renowned for its architectural mastery in blending with the rugged Debed River gorge. Founded by Queen Khosrovanuysh in 976 AD, it features three ornate churches, a seminary, and intricate khachkars showcasing Armenian spiritual and artistic heritage. As a center of learning and manuscript illumination, it exemplifies the cultural zenith of medieval Armenia.