gavit, upon the front façade above the portal are a grouping of cross designs carved into the stone. Each is a memorial to a wealthy donor who supported the construction of the monastery, and is thus given "free passage" to heaven. Gallery References Bibliography External links Armeniapedia.org: Tegher Monastery Armenica.org: Tegher Monastery Visit Tegher Monastery Archaeological sites in Armenia Christian monasteries established in the 13th century Christian monasteries in Armenia Oriental Orthodox congregations established in the 13th century Tourist attractions in Aragatsotn Province Buildings and structures in Aragatsotn Province