History References to the Tatev monastery complex begin in the 4th century, when it was mentioned in the proclamation of the special ranking of Armenian princes and ministers, which was called gahnamak. Tatev Monastery is mentioned there under the name "Tatevavank". St. Orbelyan notes that the first church of the Tatev monastery, built in the 4th century, was a dirty structure that did not stand out either for its architectural solutions or the number of congregants. the master builder asks the workers for two tasheks and kisses them and says: "Give the soul a holy wing". Saying this, wings grow on his shoulders and he flies off in an unknown direction. It is said that the monastery is called Tatev from those words of the master. This is the traditional version of the explanation of the name, popular among the people. However, the historical explanation of the name is different. Tatev Monastery Complex Tatev Monastery Complex and a powerful scientific and educational center is located in the village of the same name in Syunik Marz, on the right bank of the Vorotan River. It is a unique structure in Armenian history with a rich history and many unique architectural solutions. Tatev monastery was simultaneously a spiritual, cultural, educational, military and scientific center. The university formed on the territory of the complex has been compared to the University of Gladzor, the architecture of churches and secular structures has been continuously changed and completed the role and activity of the monastery at all times.