Church of Saint Gregory of Abughamrents

The Church of Saint Gregory of Abughamrents features a twelve-sided architectural plan with deep niches, small windows, and a cylindrical drum topped by a dome.

Prince Grigor Pahlavuni commissioned this church in the late tenth century when Ani was gaining prominence as the capital of the Armenian kingdom.

The church walls contain inscriptions from the Pahlavuni family, detailing the construction of two chapels dedicated to their parents and siblings.

The entrance faces southwest rather than the traditional eastern orientation to accommodate the cliff edge and provide access to an open courtyard.

Excavations in 1907 revealed multiple intact graves in the northern sepulchre, including one potentially belonging to Vahram Pahlavuni.

Location: Ani

Inception: 10 century

Architectural style: Armenian architecture

Part of: Ani

GPS coordinates: 40.50740,43.56900

Latest update: March 15, 2025 09:12