Pashinyan Reaffirms Armenian Heritage of Gandzasar Monastery
Pashinyan Reaffirms Armenian Origins of Gandzasar, Urges Care in Preserving Peace
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has formally reaffirmed Armenia's historical and cultural claims to Gandzasar, an Armenian Apostolic monastery located in the Syunik region. The statement underscores Armenia's position on the monastery's Armenian origins amid ongoing regional tensions. Pashinyan emphasized the importance of careful stewardship in preserving peace while maintaining Armenia's commitment to its cultural and religious heritage sites. Gandzasar, also known as Ganjasar, has been a significant Armenian religious and architectural landmark for centuries. The reaffirmation reflects broader Armenian efforts to document and protect its cultural patrimony in contested territories. The statement comes as Armenia navigates delicate regional dynamics following recent military conflicts in the South Caucasus.
