Khachkar
Monument Ancient Armenian khachkar (cross-stone) displayed in Yerevan
A khachkar in Yerevan, this carved cross‑stone is part of the city’s collection of medieval stonework; visitors encounter it while touring temples, museums and public monuments.
How to Get to Khachkar #
Located within Yerevan, this khachkar is reachable by metro, bus or a short taxi ride from the city center. Once in the neighborhood, it will usually be visible from the main road or within short walking distance of a nearby church or public square.
Tips for Visiting Khachkar #
- If it's near a church complex in Yerevan, try attending a short midday service to hear how khachkars function within living liturgy.
- Look for inscriptions; many khachkars include dates and names in Armenian that illuminate provenance.
- Avoid touching fragile raised reliefs - lichen and oils from hands accelerate erosion.
Best Time to Visit Khachkar #
Spring and autumn provide the most comfortable conditions for outdoor stonework viewing in Yerevan.
Weather & Climate near Khachkar #
Khachkar's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. The wettest month with 46 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 10 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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