Tatev monastery
Location: - Armenia Syunik region Type: monastic complex IV century 252 km from Yerevan
Medieval monastic complex in Syunik region of Armenia, 20 km away from Goris. For centuries, it has been the spiritual center of Syunik. It is part of a large tourist complex that includes the Hermitage Desert of Tata Desert, the Tatev Ropeway, the Natural Bridge, the Devil’s Bridge Cave, and many other places of interest. : Restoration of the monastery, restoration of its educational significance are the main goals of the “Tatev Revival” program, which includes the numbers of the Tatev ropeway. In 2010, the world’s longest reversible Tatev ropeway (5.7 km) was put into operation, which contributes to the development of tourism in the region.