Kadi Koy - Surb Takavor Church
Church or Organization Info
Surp Takavor Church is an Armenian Apostolic Church located in the Kadıköy district of Istanbul, Turkey. The church was built in the 18th century and has a distinctive pink exterior. It is one of the few remaining Armenian churches in Istanbul that still operates as a place of worship.
The church is dedicated to Saint Gregory the Illuminator, who is considered the patron saint of the Armenian Church. It features traditional Armenian architectural elements, such as a dome and a bell tower, and has a spacious interior with ornate frescoes and religious icons.
Over the years, Surp Takavor Church has played an important role in the religious and cultural life of the Armenian community in Istanbul. It has survived numerous political and social upheavals and has been restored and renovated several times to preserve its historical and cultural significance.
The church is dedicated to Saint Gregory the Illuminator, who is considered the patron saint of the Armenian Church. It features traditional Armenian architectural elements, such as a dome and a bell tower, and has a spacious interior with ornate frescoes and religious icons.
Over the years, Surp Takavor Church has played an important role in the religious and cultural life of the Armenian community in Istanbul. It has survived numerous political and social upheavals and has been restored and renovated several times to preserve its historical and cultural significance.
Known Tokens
10 paras 1877
Lyn Knight Currency Auction Memphis 2014 Lot 5040 15-Jun-2014
Lyn Knight Currency Auction Memphis 2014 Lot 5040 15-Jun-2014
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Citation
“Kadi Koy - Surb Takavor Church,” Armenian Numismatic Research Organization, accessed December 22, 2024, https://armnumres.org/items/show/1417.