Gndevank monastery is located in Vayots Dzor region on the bank of Arpa river, close to Gndevaz village. The construction of the monastery started in the beginning of the 10th century. According to the historical sources, it was built under the patronage of duke Smbat's wife – Sophia. She left an inscription on the wall, which says: "Vayots Dzor was like a ring without a jewel and I built the monastery – thus gemming the region".
