Saint Gregory the Illuminator Church in Riga

The Saint Gregory the Illuminator Church features traditional Armenian architectural elements with stone carvings and a distinctive dome within the city landscape.

The establishment of this religious edifice in 1997 marked a significant development for the Armenian community in Latvia, providing them with their first dedicated place of worship.

The church functions as a central gathering point for Armenian diaspora members in Latvia, offering regular religious services and educational programs about Armenian heritage.

Located at coordinates 56.935833 latitude and 24.146389 longitude, the church maintains regular operating hours for both religious services and community gatherings.

The church bears the name of Gregory the Illuminator, who led Armenia to become the first nation to adopt Christianity as its state religion in 301 CE.

Location: Riga

Inception: 1997

GPS coordinates: 56.93583,24.14639

Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:19