Church of the Holy Seal

The Church of the Holy Seal is an Armenian church building in Tbilisi with a rectangular floor plan, brick construction, and a double-pitched roof sheltering a single nave ending in a semicircular apse. The interior space reflects the geometric simplicity characteristic of Armenian religious architecture.

The building was constructed in 1711 and suffered major structural damage when its southern wall collapsed in 1840. Restoration work to repair the damage was completed in 1912.

This house of worship served as a gathering place for Tbilisi's Armenian community and remains a center for religious services and local celebrations. Today the building welcomes both worshippers and visitors interested in the area's Christian traditions.

The building sits on Samghebro Street in central Tbilisi and is easy to reach on foot. The diocesan office at this location can provide visitor information and answer questions about access.

Stone relief carvings appear inside near the apse, depicting scenes from the life of Mary such as the Annunciation and her visit to Elizabeth. These figurative works show how religious devotion and artistic craft came together in this space.

Location: Tbilisi

Inception: 1711

Architectural style: Armenian architecture

Made from material: brick

GPS coordinates: 41.69431,44.80469

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22