The Armenian Church is located in the central part of Varna, near "Ekzarh Yosif" square ("Shishkova Garden").
Historical sources show that a small semi-underground church existed on this site as early as the 17th century, but later destroyed in a fire in 1843. A year later, the present day church was built and consecrated on 1 January 1844.
An interesting fact is that, when seen from above, the church has the shape of a cross with a multiwall pyramid-dome of the belfry.. This style of domes can be found only in Armenian and Georgian churches.
In 1910, the bell tower, the narthex and the area where candles are sold were added. The interior walls of the church were painted in Byzantine style, while the icons resemble works of art in frame. Another notable feature is that the altar is an open one - without the iconostasis, which was borrowed from the synagogue. There are two chapels on both sides of the steps leading to the altar: the one on the left is used for baptisms, and the one on the right is where vestments are stored and priests prepare for services.
Founder of the building is Hayrabedyan Sarkis, and the builder was Apraham-kalfa, a renowned craftsman of the time.
Open to visitors:
Every day: 09:00 - 17:00hrs
Contact details:
Varna, 9000, 15 Han Asparuh str.
tel.: +359 52 619 382
