Holy Mother Of God Church
Holy Mother Of God Church
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Raffi E
Armenia54 contributions
Apr 2016 • Solo
St. Zoravor is one of Yerevan's oldest churches. While the Soviet Union's official policy of atheism discouraged religion, this church was thankfully not destroyed, but hidden behind blocks of soviet-style apartment towers. Walking into the courtyard and discovering this church is a very unique feeling. A must see testament to the endurance of the Armenian spirit.
Written April 26, 2016
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Alenoush G
London, UK122 contributions
Aug 2015 • Friends
It's tipped to being the oldest church in Yerevan - this tiny gem of a church is hidden from the main street. Visiting it makes one feel very blessed. Light a candle, say a prayer, and feel great. It's a tiny church, with very few seats, so visiting for Sunday service, be prepared to stand for hours.
Written August 21, 2015
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Soren Franco R
28 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
A hidden jem indeed. I chanced upon this in google map while searching for the address of a tour service, and since I was really looking for interesting places in the Yerevan that are not so frequented by tourists, I'd say this was a blessing...
A beautiful small church, with very solemn atmosphere, very good for prayer and meditation...
A beautiful small church, with very solemn atmosphere, very good for prayer and meditation...
Written November 25, 2017
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math1482
Dordrecht, The Netherlands253 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
It took a lot of effort to reach, a lot asking around, but our goal definitely worth it, because a service was being held when we stepped inside (Sunday). The church is hard to find because the Sovjet built many flats around the place. It is one the oldest churches in Yerevan, it well worth a visit and a good introduction into Armenian churches.
Written May 17, 2017
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MonikaAbbas
Warsaw, Poland24 contributions
Sep 2016 • Friends
The church is a bit difficult to find. With no data package we had to circle the place twice before we spotted it. It is tightly fitted between city blocks of flats and very much full of life in the sense that it is frequented by the faithful who come and light candles and say their prayers. Armenian churches are alike, yet in case of this one what makes it special is the surrounding. The spiritual oasis in the city architecture.
It is a very much alive place of worship, not a tourist attraction per se.
It is a very much alive place of worship, not a tourist attraction per se.
Written September 16, 2016
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anicurlove
Yerevan, Armenia10 contributions
Aug 2016 • Family
As a person who is not religious, Zoravor is my favorite church in Yerevan. As the second oldest existing church in Yerevan, it's hidden between many 'dalans' and lives in a lovely residential courtyard in the middle of the city. Most people pass this block all the time and don't even know it's here.
Not only is the architecture unique, but the patterns and inscriptions are mind-blowingly beautiful, even at night when lit up. I can't explain exactly how, but you feel a huge magnetic pull in and around this sacred place and you feel a huge sense of healing energy. I always take people here, and to eat at Gayane's in the same courtyard after (see other review).
Not only is the architecture unique, but the patterns and inscriptions are mind-blowingly beautiful, even at night when lit up. I can't explain exactly how, but you feel a huge magnetic pull in and around this sacred place and you feel a huge sense of healing energy. I always take people here, and to eat at Gayane's in the same courtyard after (see other review).
Written August 17, 2016
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HildegunnAR
Boston, MA42 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
The Zoravor S. Astvatsatsin Church is hidden from view from the street. We had to walk through a passage from the street to get there and found a plaza with a park and the small church complex, a small oasis in a city jungle. The old church is beautiful and the park around it invites to stop and rest and reflect. Even if you are not a praying person ,you may want to light a candle in this beautiful old church. It was my first during my visit to Armenia. All the grand and famous churches I saw later did not overshadow it. I will be back.
Written July 11, 2016
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Garnik H
Yerevan, Armenia44 contributions
Sep 2015 • Solo
One of the oldest churches in Yerevan - of 17th cent., which was not destroyed during the soviet period. It is in 10 min. walk from the Opera House, but is surrounded with buildings, not seen from the street. Some of the famous leaders of the Armenian Apostolic church have studied here (Voskan Erevantsi, catholicos Simeon A. Erevantsi etc.). If you've visited St. Astvatsatsin church, you should also visit downstairs the chapel of St. Anania (a person who treated apostle Paul), whose relics are graved here.
Written September 26, 2015
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Stacey B
Los Angeles, CA18 contributions
May 2015 • Family
I love the old buildings hidden in the cities. And when it is one of the oldest churches of Yerevan surrounded by the soviet style apartment buildings, you feel like you're stuck in between two worlds. This church's name was Surb Astvatsatsin, translated as Holy Mother of God. But then the name Zoravor, which means Powerful, was added because the church housed the 13th century bible of Zoravor.
Written August 16, 2015
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Mariamne26
Chicago, IL22 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
This is a beautiful little church, just slightly off the beaten track but well worth it. I think it is the prettiest church in Yerevan. It is open all day, and is an active place of worship as well as a tourist attraction. In addition to regular Armenian services, there is an Anglican worship service here on Sundays at 6 that is graciously allowed by the Armenian Church, and is attended by many locals and tourists of many different churches who are seeking worship in English.
Written August 15, 2015
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