Explore the ancient landmarks of Armenia. Immerse yourself in local culture and faith at two monasteries, Hagpat and Sanahin. The ancient monastery features on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin share a strong connection and are located within a 40-minute walk of each other. There’s a local legend that claims both monasteries were constructed by a father-son duo of Masons, with Sanahin being the elder man’s creation. The name itself is a clue: Sanahin translates to ‘it’s older than the others.’