Noraduz

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Noraduz Khachkars

Noraduz (or Noratus) is a site in the region of Gegharkunik in Armenia near Lake Sevan.[1] It was formed a church dedicated to Sainte-mère-de-Dieu (built in the ninth century), and an exceptional site of medieval tombs. The tombstones are called Khachkars. Noraduz is the most important place for Khachkars in Armenia.

References

  1. The Armenian people from ancient to modern times - Page 45 by Richard G Hovannisian

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