Katoghike Church
24 Abovyan Str., Yerevan 0001, Armenia
Description:
The church of Kagotike was built in 1215. Interestingly, the walls are stone cliffs. The rich sculptural decoration inside the temple amazes with its splendor. In general, such luxury is not inherent in Armenian temples, the more amazing this ancient building. The church of Kagotike is decorated with ornaments in geometric style, there is a painting in the form of plants.
Inside the temple are visible images of animals. They give the impression of being voluminous. One wall of the temple outside is painted with small depressions into which believers throw pebbles with notes or just for good luck. On one side of the church in the depths of the cliff there are two doors to the temples carved inside the rocks.
How to get there: Take the subway to the church. "Republic Square", then a little walk.