St. Giragos Armenian Church

Religious Sites Diyarbakır

The Church of St. Giragos (Saint Cyricus) or Surp Giragos Church is a historic Armenian Apostolic church in Diyarbakır, Turkey. It is the largest Armenian church in the Middle East. The church was con...

St. Giragos Armenian Church - Diyarbakır
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About St. Giragos Armenian Church

The Church of St. Giragos (Saint Cyricus) or Surp Giragos Church is a historic Armenian Apostolic church in Diyarbakır, Turkey. It is the largest Armenian church in the Middle East. The church was confiscated by the Turkish government in 2016. The church was re-opened to the public on May 7, 2022, after renovations.

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Location and Access

St. Giragos Armenian Church is located in Diyarbakır. Coordinates are 37.91072, 40.23875. You can get directions from the map below. You can request a licensed local guide for Diyarbakır.

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Frequently Asked Questions

St. Giragos Armenian Church is located in Diyarbakır. Coordinates: 37.91072, 40.23875.

A visit of 1-2 hours is usually enough; it can be combined with other stops nearby into a half-day route.

Yes. You can request a licensed local guide in Diyarbakır and visit St. Giragos Armenian Church with a professional tour guide.

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