Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin
Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, Cathedral in Armenia
The Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin is the spiritual and administrative headquarters of the worldwide Armenian Apostolic Church.
Founded in 301 AD, it is considered one of the oldest cathedrals in the world.
It is a significant cultural site and a place of pilgrimage for Armenians all over the world.
The cathedral complex includes churches, seminaries, and a museum.
Etchmiadzin Cathedral is said to be the first church built by Saint Gregory the Illuminator, in the city of Vagharshapat.
Location: Vagharshapat
Architectural style: Armenian architecture
Website: armenianchurch.org
Source: Wikimedia
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