Armenian Catholic Archeparchy of Istanbul, Catholic Archieparchy in Beşiktaş, Turkey
The Armenian Catholic Archeparchy of Istanbul coordinates religious activities through St. Mary of Sakızağaç Cathedral, serving Armenian Catholics across Turkey.
Pope Pius VIII established the Armenian Catholic Archeparchy of Istanbul in 1830, which merged with the Patriarchate of Cilicia from 1866 to 1928.
The institution maintains Armenian Catholic traditions and organizes educational programs to preserve the Armenian language and religious heritage in Turkey.
Located in Beşiktaş district, the archeparchy provides regular religious services, community gatherings, and pastoral care for approximately 3,650 Armenian Catholics.
The archeparchy represents one of three Catholic cathedrals in Istanbul, distinguished by its Armenian architectural elements and ecclesiastical practices.
Location: Istanbul
Inception: 1830
Part of: Armenian Catholic Church
Shares border with: Armenian Catholic Ordinariate of Greece, Ordinariate of Armenian Rite in Romania, Armenian Catholic Ordinariate of Western Europe
GPS coordinates: 41.03560,28.97980
Latest update: March 3, 2025 06:41
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