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Surp Takavor Church, Armenian church in Kadıköy, Turkey

The Surp Takavor Church displays a combination of Armenian and Ottoman architectural elements, with two carved 19th-century tombs situated in its adjacent square.

Built in the 17th century, the church underwent a major reconstruction in 1814, funded by Harutyun Amira Nordukyan, followed by repairs after an earthquake in 1858.

The interior features an antechapel with a blue sky ceiling and houses religious artworks, including a gold-and-ivory representation of John the Baptist's head.

Located at Muvakkithane Caddesi No. 44 in Kadıköy, Istanbul, the church remains active and maintains regular services for the Armenian community.

A dedicated caretaker maintains the church grounds and shares personal connections to the historical tombs, having known descendants of those buried there.

Location: Kadıköy

Location: Istanbul Province

GPS coordinates: 40.98991,29.02432

Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:26

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