Kandilli - St. John or Surb Garabed Church

Church or Organization Info

The Kandilli Armenian Church, also known as the Surb Garabed Church, is a historic Armenian Apostolic Church located in the Kandilli neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. It was built in 1834 by the local Armenian community, and it underwent several renovations over the years.

One of the most notable features of the church is its stunning bell tower, which was added to the original structure during the 19th century. The bell tower stands at 30 meters high and is considered one of the tallest structures in the Kandilli neighborhood.

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Citation

“Kandilli - St. John or Surb Garabed Church,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed December 22, 2024, https://armnumres.org/items/show/1388.