A khachkar (also spelled as khatchkar) or Armenian cross-stone [1] (Armenian: խաչքար, pronounced [χɑtʃʰˈkʰɑɾ], խաչ xačʿ "cross" + քար kʿar "stone") is a carved, memorial stele …

Khachkars are outdoor steles carved from stone by craftspeople in Armenia and communities in the Armenian diaspora. They act as a focal point for worship, as memorial stones and as relics …

The perennial expression of Armenian craftsmanship and faith, the Khachkar (literally “cross-stone”), is an extraordinary work of Armenian art. Generations of artisans carved these objects …

Jul 31, 2024 · Khachkars, or stone crosses, are a unique aspect of Armenian heritage. These intricately carved stones have been a significant part of Armenian culture since the 9th …

Living on the eastern border of Byzantium, they frequently installed imposing stone crosses called Khatchkars as memorials to the dead and to mark the location of significant events during the …

Often used to commemorate an important event, mark a significant spot, or serve as a memorial gravestone, khachkars are typically freestanding upright rectangular stone slabs with a carved …

A khachkar (also spelled as khatchkar) or Armenian cross-stone is a carved, memorial stele bearing a cross, and often with additional motifs such as rosettes, interlaces, and botanical …

Aug 26, 2024 · Armenian khachkars, or cross-stones, are not just remarkable pieces of art; they are deeply woven into the fabric of Armenian history and culture. To truly appreciate their …

Mar 4, 2022 · The khachkar, which literally means “cross stone,” is recognized worldwide as a symbol of the Armenian people. In 2010, UNESCO placed khachkars on the List of the …

The Khachkar Culture Development Charitable Foundation was created in 2021 by Armenia’s foremost master of khachkar sculpture Hambik Hambardzumyan a second-generation …