Historically, Syunik wis ane o the 15 provinces o the Kinrick o Armenie. At various times, the region o present-day Syunik haes been kent bi ither names sic as Syunia, Sisakan, an Zangezur an aw. The aurie's mony Armenie cultural steids (sic as the Tatev monastery) testify tae its rich history.