An Armenian church features a carving of a man swallowed by a whale

The Sourp Astvatsatsin church is an Armenian religious building constructed in 1205 by Vardan, son of prince Bazaz. Its interior decoration is distinguished by a bem adorned with mythical creatures and two men, one of whom could be the prophet Jonah swallowed by a whale. This sculpted ensemble is considered one of the masterpieces of Armenian art.