Khor Virap, Areni, Noravank
Language Armenian, English, Russian
Cost 170 USD for tour/excursion
Capacity Group of up to 4 people
Duration 8 hours
Khor Virap's notability as a monastery and pilgrimage site is attributed to the fact that Gregory the Illuminator was initially imprisoned here for 13 years by King Tiridates III of Armenia. Saint Gregory subsequently became the king's religious mentor, and they led the proselytizing activity in the country. In the year 301, Armenia was the first country in the world to be declared a Christian nation.