The pagan temple of Garni is located in the village of Garni, Kotayk region, on the territory of Garni fortress. Garni fortress was built in BC. III-II centuries on a beautiful cape, protected on three sides by rocks. During the reign of the Artaxiad and Arsacid Dynasty, it also served as a royal summer residence.
On the territory of the castle there are many notable historical and archaeological monuments, but the jewel of the complex is the pagan temple dedicated to the God of the Sun, Mithras. The Garni Temple is the only preserved pagan temple in Armenia and stands out for its beauty and historical and cultural value.
Workshop
Presentation of a puzzle with a picture of the Garni tample's bathroom mosaic.
Through an interactive game, the complete image of the mosaic of the Spring Bath will be recreated.
Free
Sunday 16 June de 12:00 à 16:00
Children, Family, Schoolchildren
Schoolchildren :Primary, Secondary school (11-15 years), Secondary school (15 years and up)
Press contact:
Vanyan Harutyun
hvmincult@gmail.com
+37433102000
