Sunday, July 21, 2013
Gagik invited us to go to Lake Sevan to see the lake and an ancient monastery called Sevanavank. He picked us up at our hotel and we drove the 60 kms up to the lake. The road was not the best and the speed limit, which is strictly enforced, was 40 km. so it took about an hour and a half to reach beautiful Lake Sevan.
Peddlers Along the Walkway
We had a very good lunch at a restaurant at the foot of the mountain which had a lovely view of the lake.
Restaurant Overlooking the Lake
Gagik and Francoise
Delicious Lunch
Crayfish Roll with Salad
After lunch, Francoise and I climbed the steep stairs up the side of the mountain. At the top of the hill were the two 9th century churches of the Sevanavank Monastery: Arakelots and Astvatsatsin.
Climbing up the Mountain
View of Lake Sevan
Still Climbing
Spectacular View From the Top
The Two Churches of Sevanavank Monastery
Astvatsatsin Church
Arakalots Church
A Beach on Lake Sevan
Access to the Lake
Clay Pots and Ancient Shoes