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  • Akhtala Church to be re-anointed, re-opened September 19

    Panorama, Armenia
    Sept 18 2010

    Akhtala Church to be re-anointed, re-opened September 19


    Lori province of Armenia will host the re-anointment and re-opening
    ceremony of St. Astvatsatsin (Holy Virgin) Church of Akhtala September
    19.

    The re-anointment ceremony will be followed by a holy liturgy and
    blessing of oblation. The offering will be given to people later.

    `Kings, queens and princes' information panels will open in the
    territory of Akhtala Monastery. The panels provide information about
    the castles, palaces and monasteries once built by the Zakarids.

    The presentation of the book `Akhtala', presenting the history of
    Akhtala, will take place tomorrow.

    The range of festive events include the opening of `Wedding Rings'
    monument, as well as Barbeque Feast, accompanied by Armenian national
    dance and songs.

    Akhtala Monastery dates back to late 10th century. The Monastery
    consists of a fortress, three churches, a chapel, a hall. The church
    is known for its rich frescos, murals.




    From: A. Papazian
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