Zoravor Surp Astvatsatsin Church in Gavarr

Eine sehr schöne Kirche im Herzen Yerewans.

Прекрасный парк и храм

Beautiful church

Я просто пытался найти проход через двор и, к счастью, наткнулся на эту церковь. Небольшая, но, тем не менее, имеющую два здания, самой церкви и каплички (или как называется здание по меньше?). Во время службы звонят в колокола, под их звук разглядывать хачкары одно удовольствие. Очень понравилось на территории, здесь есть несколько скамеек, чтобы посидеть и насладиться старой архитектурой во всех деталях.

Worst church in Armenia, do not get married here! Priest has no humility and will try to offend you. He will also intentionally obstruct you from getting your certificate of marriage (probably expecting a handout). He is reason why church corrupt bureaucracy has led so many to become Protestant.

Небольшая уютная церковь в центре

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Церковь находится в районе Шахар старого Еревана, где ранее в средние века располагалась могила и часовня Святого Анании. Эта часовня была местом паломничества. В IX веке на месте церкви был построен молельный домВ первой половине XVII века Мовсес сюнеци приехал в Ереван и при поддержке горожан построил монастырский комплекс.Однако этот монастырь просуществовал недолго. Он был полностью разрушен землетрясением 1679 года.Современная церковь Сурб Зоравор Аствацацин была построена уже в 1693—1694 годах на месте разрушенного монастыря. В стенах местами вмурованы хачкары XVII века. В советское время церковь долгое время не действовала, но в 1970-х годах была возвращена Армянской апостольской Церкви. Монастырский комплекс является одним из древнейших сохранившихся храмов в Ереване.

Nice church and beautiful inside, really looks very old. I felt a good atmosphere.

One of the oldest churches in Yerevan. Must see. Magical church.

Wow

It is so numinous and historical.

Zoravor Surp Astvatsatsin Church (Armenian: Զորավոր Սուրբ Աստվածածին եկեղեցի(Zoravor Surp Astvatsatsin yekeghetsi)is the oldest surviving church in Yerevan. It was previously known as Surp Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God). However, the name Zoravor (meaning Powerfulwas added because the church was home to the 13th century bible of Zoravor.The church is located in the Shahar District of Old Yerevan where the tomb and the Chapel of Ananias the Apostle were previously located. This chapel was looked upon as a famous sanctuary.During the 1st half of the 17th century, monk Movses Syunetsi built a monastery complex with the financial support of the residents of Yerevan. The complex was made up of the Surp Astvatsatsin church, the chapel of Saint Anania, as well as of chambers for the members of the congregation and the prelacy building, all enclosed with fortified walls. A monastic school was opened within the complex as well. The construction of the monastery took place during the reign of Philip I of Armenia (Pilipos), the Catholicos(1632–1635). However, the newly built monastery did not last long. It was completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1679.Present-day Surp Zoravor Astvatsatsin Church was built in 1693-94, on the same site of the ruined monastery, thanks to the donation of Khoja Panos who was one of the wealthiest residents of Yerevan. According to an inscription recorded 100 years after its construction, the church was renovated by Gabriel Haryurapet during the reign of Catholicos Luke I.The church is of three-nave basilica type without dome. On the eastern side of the prayer hall is the main altar with vestries at the northern and southern corners. Architecturally, the interior and exterior features of the church are characterized by a striking simplicity. To a certain extent the three-vaulted porch in the western part of the church with decorative columns provides a substantial liveliness. On the flat parts of the external walls, there are beautifully carved khachkars (cross-stonesdating back to the 17th century.In 1889, the Saint Ananias Chapel was constructed on the northeastern side of the church, with stairs leading to the graveyard of Saint Ananias on its eastern flank.After serving for different purposes throughout the years of the Soviet rule, Surp Zoravor Astvatsatsin Church was finally returned to the Mother See of the Armenian Apostolic Church during the 1970s, when it was entirely renovated. The decayed and falling parts of the walls and roofs were repaired and restored, a choir was added, and a new house was built for the priests. Saint Ananias Chapel was also renovated.

Good

В центре Еревана среди пятиэтажек спряталась очень красивая церковь

Long way from Yerevan, good views and a historical place. Renovated but needs more work from the inside

Nice Armenian Church

One of the best places to visit.

Good memories

Good day

This church has an exceptional healing impact on me....🙏🏻 I have spent dozens of evenings sitting alone on a bench near the church and enjoying the silence. The liturgical music will heal your soul and will make you feel the majesty of your belief ✨💫Please also kindly note that near the church there’s a downstairs praying room too~ which is open day and night so that you can go there at later hours.

Sunday it is crowdy

Ancient, Holly and Heritage landmark. Simply said; a cultural site that everyone must see.

A cozy church in the center of Yerevan

Iglesia histórica de Ereván, desconocida por los turistas. Vale la pena visitarla. Es pequeña y tiene una capilla contigua, rodeada de arboles y edificios soviéticos y otros modernos.

Lovely church with lots of character abd history, popular with the locals

Церковь конца 17 века, одна из старейших построек Еревана что работают до наших дней. Над входом в храм интересная фреска

Very beautiful place,very beautiful church in the centre of the city.

A hidden beauty in Yerevan. This complex consist of an underground chapel and a church. Inside the church is full of ancient slabs and beautiful paintings.

An amazing, old and beautifully preserved small church in the heart of Yerevan, almost completely shadowed by housing complexes all around it. Well worth a visit.

Zoravor Surp Astvatsatsin Church (Armenian: Զորավոր Սուրբ Աստվածածին եկեղեցի(Zoravor Surp Astvatsatsin yekeghetsi)is the oldest surviving church in Yerevan. It was previously known as Surp Astvatsatsin (Holy Mother of God). However, the name Zoravor (meaning Powerfulwas added because the church was home to the 13th century bible of Zoravor.The church is located in the Shahar District of Old Yerevan where the tomb and the Chapel of Ananias the Apostle were previously located. This chapel was looked upon as a famous sanctuary.During the 1st half of the 17th century, monk Movses Syunetsi built a monastery complex with the financial support of the residents of Yerevan. The complex was made up of the Surp Astvatsatsin church, the chapel of Saint Anania, as well as of chambers for the members of the congregation and the prelacy building, all enclosed with fortified walls. A monastic school was opened within the complex as well. The construction of the monastery took place during the reign of Philip I of Armenia (Pilipos), the Catholicos(1632–1635). However, the newly built monastery did not last long. It was completely destroyed by the earthquake of 1679.Present-day Surp Zoravor Astvatsatsin Church was built in 1693-94, on the same site of the ruined monastery, thanks to the donation of Khoja Panos who was one of the wealthiest residents of Yerevan. According to an inscription recorded 100 years after its construction, the church was renovated by Gabriel Haryurapet during the reign of Catholicos Luke I.The church is of three-nave basilica type without dome. On the eastern side of the prayer hall is the main altar with vestries at the northern and southern corners. Architecturally, the interior and exterior features of the church are characterized by a striking simplicity. To a certain extent the three-vaulted porch in the western part of the church with decorative columns provides a substantial liveliness. On the flat parts of the external walls, there are beautifully carved khachkars (cross-stonesdating back to the 17th century.In 1889, the Saint Ananias Chapel was constructed on the northeastern side of the church, with stairs leading to the graveyard of Saint Ananias on its eastern flank.After serving for different purposes throughout the years of the Soviet rule, Surp Zoravor Astvatsatsin Church was finally returned to the Mother See of the Armenian Apostolic Church during the 1970s, when it was entirely renovated. The decayed and falling parts of the walls and roofs were repaired and restored, a choir was added, and a new house was built for the priests. Saint Ananias Chapel was also renovated.#hamid_hosseini

Very nice rustic chapel in the heart of Yerevan.

Церковь Святой Зоравор одна из старейших церквей Еревана. Первоначально она носила имя Святой Аствацацин (Святой Богородицы). Церковь была построена в квартале Шаар старого Еревана. На этом месте ранее находилась гробница-часовня Святого Анании и монастырский комплекс, состоящий из церкви, часовни, резиденции. Монастырский комплекс полностью был перестроен в 1632-35 гг., но в 1679 году до основания разрушен землетрясением.Нынешняя церковь Святой Зоравор построена на том же месте в 1693 году из ярко-красного камня. Интерьер церкви отличается своей строгостью. На внешних стенах церкви местами высечены хачкары, датированные XVII веком. Притворы церкви украшают купольные звонницы с колоколами. В 1889г. к северо-западу от церкви была построена новая часовня Святого Анании. При поддержке Первопрестольного Эчмиадзина в 70-ые годы XX века церковь подверглась фундаментальной реконструкции. Были восстановлены полуразрушенные стены, крыша, построена галерея для хора.

Beautiful tiny church

Central located historical church.

It is a 17th century church in the heart of Yerevan, surrounded by Soviet buildings. The curator of the church has started taking care of the gardens around since 2014 which has created a nice and peaceful spot for the worshipers and visitors. The women of Syrian Armenians community also plays significant role to keep the churchs life a lively and inclusive one.

Lovely quite place in the center of Erevan even at night.

I like this church

Interesting church with medieval design.

This is the oldest church in Yerevan Armenia,very solemn and the mass is so quiet and holy,its an Apostolic Church,in the basement the tomb of Ananias was buried,Jesus Kristo called him Paul the healer ..

Interesting that it is the oldest in Yerevan but other than that it didnt seem worth going out of the way to see.

One of the most beautiful churches in Yerevan!

I Love you too

This interesting site I found when searching for a geocache.

Calm place

A small, cozy church right in the center of Yerevan. It is so cute and accessible that most of the locals choose this place to get married!

Hidden gem. Come when crowds are light

Awesome cute little church in an unassuming neighborhood where we got married 😊. Very beautiful inside and welcoming which I know is somewhat rare if youre not from Yerevan. I loved it and it was big enough to accommodate a small group of friends and family easily enough room to fit in about 70 people and close enough to English park for pictures after.

One of the coziest and nicest churches, hidden in a residential neighborhood. I was baptized and had my wedding there :)

nothing to say about this place