The Convent of Yergan

The remains of this monumental convent are In the village of Yergan/Ergen (Geçimli) in Hozat district. This Armenian monastery, referenced under varies names (Surp Haroutioun, Garabedivank and Garmirvank) perhaps dates from the 10th century. It was an important centre of manuscript copying and a place of pilgrimage.