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	Geghard Monastery - Armeniapedia.org
		Over a short period they built the cave structures which brought Geghard well-merited fame — the second cave church, the family sepulcher of zhamatun Papak and Ruzukan, a hall for gatherings and studies (collapsed in the middle of the 20th century) and numerous cells.
		The first cave rock, Avazan (basin), situated north-west of the vestry, is hewn in place of an ancient cave with a spring in the forties of the 13th century by architect Galdzag.
		Numerous khachkars cut on rock surface and on the walls of the structures or put up on the territory of Geghard in memory of a deceased or in commemoration of someone’s donation to the monastery are richly ornamented with geometrical or floral motives.
	www.armeniapedia.org /index.php?title=Geghard_Monastery (2848 words)

	Monastery of Geghard (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		The monastic complex at Geghard, 8.6 miles east of Yerevan, was partially built into the rock of a cliff.
		The current name of the monastery, Gheghardavank, means the Monastery of the Holy Lance and refers to one of the spears said to have pierced the body of Christ.
		Geghard monastery stands in a deep, heavily wooded valley and is a fantastic example of medieval Armenian architecture.
	members.tripod.com /tai95112/geghard.html (87 words)

	Geghard - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The monastery of Geghard ("Գեղարդ" in Armenian) is a unique architectural construction in the Kotayk province of Armenia, being partially carved out of the adjacent mountain, surrounded by cliffs.
		Most visitors to Geghard also choose to visit the nearby Garni temple, a Parthenon-like structure located further down the Azat river.
		Over a short period the Proshyans built the cave structures which brought Geghard well-merited fame — the second cave church, the family sepulcher of zhamatun Papak and Ruzukan, a hall for gatherings and studies (collapsed in the middle of the 20th century) and numerous cells.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Geghard (2543 words)

	OAD - Monuments - Literature - Geghard
		In the second half of the XIII century the monastery was bought from the Zakarians by the Proshyan princes.
		Over a short period they built the cave structures which brought Geghard well-merited fame — the second cave church, the family sepulcher of "zhamatun" Papak and Ruzukan, a hall for gatherings and studies (collapsed in the middle of the XX century) and numerous cells.
		The graceful arcature, engirdling the cupola, and the slot-like windows is coordinated with the triangular niches of the facades.
	www.armeniadiaspora.com /projects/monuments/geghard/geghard_literature.htm (1051 words)

	Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
		Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley
		The monastery of Geghard contains a number of churches and tombs, most of them cut into the rock, which illustrate the very peak of Armenian medieval architecture.
		Criterion (ii): The monastery of Geghard, with its remarkable rock-cut churches and tombs, is an exceptionally well preserved and complete example of medieval Armenian monastic architecture and decorative art, with many innovatory features which had a profound influence on subsequent developments in the region.
	whc.unesco.org /en/list/960 (147 words)

	Monastery of Geghard and the Upper Azat Valley - World Heritage Site - Pictures, info and travel reports
		Geghard monastery dates mainly from the 13th century, although its origins are much older (
		Geghard is the Armenian word for lance or spear, reflecting the legend that it housed one of the lances that was associated with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
		The dark grey monastery is a popular daytrip from Yerevan (often combined with the pagan-but-completely-rebuilt Garni temple), and also for schooltrips as I noticed.
	www.worldheritagesite.org /sites/geghard.html (473 words)

	Ancient Armenia - Armenia Monasteries and Churches, Goshavank, Geghard, Garni on Haykland.com
		Geghard monastery is just a few miles farther from Garni.
		The passages to Geghard's cave chambers were carved by humans.
		Geghard monastery was very well restored during the Soviet times.
	www.haykland.com /monuments2.php (273 words)

	Armenia
		Geghard is a cave monastery dating from the 12-13 century AD.
		The name of the monastery was inspired by a legend about the spear with which Roman Soldier pierced the side of Jesus Christ at the crucifixion.
		The spear in Armenian is Geghard had been kept there since the 9th century, when it was transferred to Echmiadzin for safe keeping.
	www.russian-gateway.com.au /countries/asia/armenia (1699 words)

	Geghard travel guide
		The monastery of Geghard was named after its most famous religious artifact, the lance that was said to have pierced the side of Christ.
		It is possible to see Geghard in conjunction with Garni on a day trip from Yerevan.
		Notice however, that the bus doesn't make it all the way to Geghard, so you either take a taxi, or hitch the rest of the way.
	www.world66.com /europe/armenia/geghard (196 words)

	Armenian Church - Churches and Monasteries of Armenia, Armenia Monuments, Geghard, Hripsime, Garni on Haykland.com
		Armenian Church - Churches and Monasteries of Armenia, Armenia Monuments, Geghard, Hripsime, Garni on Haykland.com
		Geghard Monastery, entrance to cave chambers are located on both levels.
		Geghard's cross stones are very old, they are carved on the walls of monastery.
	www.haykland.com /monuments3.php (198 words)

	Silk Road Tours - Caucasus - Armenia - Geghard and Garni
		Many Armenians visit Geghard on weekends and feast days and some offer lambs or chickens as sacrifices.
		You will see wishing trees dotted on the way, strips of cloth tied to their branches, each one denoting a wish or prayer and the mountains are popular with picnickers.
		After the Armenians' conversion to Christianity, their rulers built a summer residence alongside the temple (now ruined) in the 3rd century AD.
	www.silkroadandbeyond.co.uk /geghard.html (155 words)

	Amazon.com: "Geghard Monastery": Key Phrase page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		GEGHARD Geghard Monastery is a fascinating corn pies...
		Perhaps alone among Christian churches, the Gregorians have maintained the custom of ritual sacrifice of lambs in centers such as Geghard Monastery in a remote mountain district of Soviet Armenia' When one scrutinizes the history-as far as it can be known-of both...
		In addition to three beautiful twelfth-century churches near Dilijan, we went to Geghard Monastery, a spectacular church carved into the side of a mountain.
	www.amazon.com /phrase/Geghard-Monastery (550 words)

	Armenia 1999: Garni and Geghard, history and belief (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Armenia 1999: Garni and Geghard, history and belief
		where the people manifestated their belief: the hellenistic Mithras-Temple of Garni, dating back to the first century, and the Geghard Monastery in the gorge of the river Asat.
		From the mountains of Mars Kotajk you have a wonderful view over the Ararat Valley and if you are lucky and the air is clear, you can see the majestic Ararat.
	www.avantart.com /armenia/garnigeghard.html (224 words)

	OAD - Monuments - Site Visits - Geghard
		he Monastery of Geghard is about 49km East of Yerevan.
		onastery of Geghard is perhaps one of the most magnificent and unique examples of churches found anywhere in the world.
		It is located high-up the gorge of the River Azat.
	www.armeniadiaspora.com /projects/monuments/geghard/geghard_sitevisit.htm (486 words)

	Caucasus » Armenia » Geghard (Gueghart - Gekhart - Gherart - Gelard - Gheghard - Geghard Vank - Ayrivank - ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
		Caucasus » Armenia » Geghard (Gueghart - Gekhart - Gherart - Gelard - Gheghard - Geghard Vank - Ayrivank - Holy Lance - Sainte-Lance - Monastery of the caves - Gelardivank)
		The most surprising are the churches carved in the rock.
		Yerevan - Echmiadzin and Zvartnots - Garni et Geghard - Alaverdi, Haghpat and Sanahin - Amberd - Khor Virap - Goris and the Tatev monastery - around the Lake Sevan : Sevan, Hayravank and Noratus
	www.skiouros.net /voyages/2005/caucasus/_geghard.en.php (143 words)

	Geghard Transportation - Travel Guide - VirtualTourist.com
		Tips for getting around Geghard posted by real travelers and Geghard locals.
		It goes all the way to Goght from where it is about 3 km of an easy walk to Geghard.
		For going back you'll have to walk about km or two longer to a small shop where you'll see a bus or more buses parked and locals waiting for the departure.
	www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Middle_East/Armenia/Kaghak_Abovyan/Geghard-1710309/Transportation-Geghard-BR-1.html (186 words)

	Geghard, Armenia \| Map, Time Zone
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	www.travelpost.com /EU/Armenia/Kotayk/Geghard/4811543 (127 words)

	Day 2: Garni and Geghard
		Shelly posing with the temple in the distance
		The central courtyard and the main church of Geghard monastery
		The carved ceiling, with a hole for light to come through
	theory.stanford.edu /~iliano/pictures/2002/asiaTrip/03-03-garni (138 words)

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