Arakelots Monastery

One of the many churches located in the forests of Tavush region is Arakelots Monastery.

It is on the outskirts of the village of Acharkut, Arakelots is a monastery complex of the Middle Ages.

It consists of 2 churches, a vestibule, a castle, caravans near the wall and many other structures, many of which are of economic importance.

Arakelots vestibule is an exceptional example of Armenian architecture of the Middle Ages.

The dome of the vestibule has a stone structure of hazarashen, which has come down to us since the 13th century.

There are inscriptions on the walls of the churches, thanks to which the historical process of the monastery complex becomes clear.