St. Mary of Sakızağaç Cathedral, Armenian Catholic cathedral in Beşiktaş, Turkey
St. Mary of Sakızağaç Cathedral features traditional Armenian architectural elements with stained glass windows and religious iconography throughout its interior structure.
The cathedral was established following the 1830 papal bull 'Quod jamdiu' by Pope Pius VIII, marking the foundation of the Armenian Catholic Archeparchy of Istanbul.
Religious ceremonies at the cathedral combine Armenian traditions with Catholic practices, representing the intersection of Eastern and Western Christian customs.
The cathedral maintains regular service schedules and welcomes visitors who wish to explore the building while adhering to respectful dress codes and behavior guidelines.
Archbishop Boghos Lévon Zékiyan oversees this cathedral, which stands as the principal church for Armenian Catholics in Istanbul following the Armenian rite.
Location: Beşiktaş
Location: Istanbul Province
GPS coordinates: 41.03557,28.97966
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:49
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