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'Armenia In The Heart Of Vienna

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The tour will begin with an introduction to the history of the Mekhitarist Order in Vienna, recovered from bygone days when Abbot Mekhitar of Sebaste, founded his Congregation in Constantinople. Your learned monk will highlight the Church Maria Schutz built in 1874 replacing the old Cappuccine one. Go on and pass the Refectory, marvel at the most impressive element in the refectory: "The Feeding of the Five Thousand". Your tour will continue on to the Mekitarists Museum & Library: dive into the fascinating world of the Mekitaris Library and discover one of the most outstanding collections in the world. We'll accompany you through the various exhibitions of the museum and your guide tell you more about the special features of the Mekhitaris numismatic collection of coins, ceramics, carpets & other items. In the end, you will taste high-quality Mechitharine liqueur: you'll discover some of the secrets about the Mechitharine liqueur world, its unique taste, history and families.
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  • Local guide
  • Liqueur Tasting
  • Entrance fees to historical and cultural attractions
Departure Point

Mechitaristengasse 4, 1070 Wien, Austria Our guide will meet you in front of the main door of the Mekhitarist Monastery of Vienna.

Return Details

Mechitaristengasse 4, 1070 Wien, Austria Our guide will meet you in front of the main door of the Mekhitarist Monastery of Vienna.

  • Mechitaristengasse, 1070 Wien, Austria
    "Armenia in the Heart of Vienna" tour is an incredibly effective way to a greater understanding of the role that the Mekhitharist Order played and plays in the Armenian and Austrian legacy and how for nearly three centuries the Armenian Mekhitharist Order has been noted for its invaluable intellectual and scholarly achievements and for its (function, considerable importance) role in the Renaissance of Armenian Culture in the nineteenth century, how they became "the first pioneers of Austrian Culture in the Orient". A significant number of ancient and medieval manuscripts, coins, folk costumes, rugs, books, periodicals, and other items and intriguing individuals bring the past and present of Armenia to life in the heart of Austria during this tour. The participants of this incredible experience will explore and are challenged to ponder the meaning and the glory of the Mekhitharist Order.
    90 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Lavo A
01 Jun 2022
Today I got richer as an Armenian - I visited Mekhitarist monastery of Vienna, a place of concentration of Armenian wisdom and spirit. Mkhitar of Sebastia, born in 1676,founded his catholic congregation in 1701 in Constantinople.With his fellows he soon left the ottoman empire and founded a monastery in Methoni. After fall of Methoni to the sultan, the monks followed the withdrawing of venetians and received a little island in the laguna of Venice - San Lazzaro. In San Lazzaro was built the mekhitarists monastery and it is standing and functioning there to this day.In 1773 a group of Mekhitarists separated from Venice and opened new monastery in Trieste.In 1805 Trieste was occupied by the French and the monks lost everything as they were seen as Habsburg subjects.Then the monks had to leave Triest and seek refuge in Vienna. Emperor Francis I accepted the monks in 1810 and granted them residence in Vienna. Mekhitarists are considered Armenian Benedictines. The special scope of the Mekhitarists is their dedication to the preservation of the Armenian cultural heritage.The library of the monastery contains 2600 Armenian manuscripts,more than 120,000 books in Armenian. The museum holds art works of Aivazovsky,Bashinjaghyan and other famous Armenian artists, many important historical artefacts such as a flag of the First Republic of Armenia. The Mekhitarist monastery is a unique center of Armenian spiritual and cultural tradition.
lavrenti1989
01 Jun 2022
Помимо дегустации всемирно известных ликеров успели посетить также саму конгрегацию Мхитаристов на одноименной улице вблизи Парламента Австрии. Непередоваемое ощущение, особенно касаемо красивейшей библиотеки. Такое ощущение, что оказываешься в замке Хогвардс и окунаешься в мир Гарри Поттера. Рекомендуем всем!
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