Saint Mary Armenian Church

Saint Mary Armenian Church is an Armenian Apostolic church building with two domes of varying sizes, where the main dome displays Byzantine influences and the entire structure is constructed from grey basalt stone. The building rises prominently with its solid stone construction and carefully designed proportions throughout.

Construction of the church began in 1938 under architect Nikolai Markov, building on an initial design by Nikolai Lauri, and was completed in 1945. The project emerged during a period when the Armenian community sought to strengthen its religious presence in the city.

The church serves as a gathering place where Tehran's Armenian community comes together to practice their faith and maintain their traditions. Visitors can observe how central this space is to the local Armenian way of life.

The church is located between Masud-e-Sad Street and Mirza Kouchak Khan Street near Jomhouri Avenue, making it relatively easy to find. Visitors should approach the interior as a working place of worship that calls for respectful behavior.

Adjacent to the church stands a museum displaying Armenian artifacts, religious objects, and traditional clothing from the community's past. The adjacent museum houses significant pieces that document the depth of Armenian heritage in the city.

Location: District 12

Inception: 1938

Architects: Nikolai Markov

Official opening: 1945

Architectural style: Pahlavi architecture

Made from material: stone, mortar

GPS coordinates: 35.69575,51.41486

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:42