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The Khor Virap(meaning "deep dungeon") is an Armenian monastery located in the Ararat plain in Armenia, near the closed border with Turkey, about 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) south of Artashat, Ararat Province, within the territory of ancient Artaxata.The monastery was host to a theological seminary and was the residence of Armenian Catholicos. Also there you can find an incredible view of Mount Ararat. Beautify your day with this wondrous tour, which starts by visiting Khor Virap monastery, a great place for embracing picturesque views of the Holy Mount Ararat. Next, see Noravank monastery, that is magnificent in its construction, as the church of Holy Mother of God is 2-storied monastery. Afterwards have wine tasting in "Hin Areni" wine factory, one of the oldest settlements in Armenia, famous for its wines. The Areni-1 Cave, located near the village of Areni in Armenia’s Vayots Dzor Province, is a significant archaeological site dating back over 6,000 years.