Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral Church

Address: Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral, Vardavar, Kentron, Yerevan, Armenia

Hours: Open to visitors during most daylight hours; check for special services and concerts

Saint Gregory the Illuminator Cathedral in Yerevan is a major modern cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church built in the capital city to serve as a principal national cathedral.

The complex was constructed in the late 20th century and completed around the time of the 1700th anniversary of Armenia’s adoption of Christianity; it combines large-scale modern construction with traditional Armenian church forms. The cathedral functions for national liturgies, important church ceremonies and as a prominent landmark in Yerevan.

Located within the city of Yerevan, the cathedral is accessible to visitors and worshippers and forms part of the contemporary religious and civic landscape of Armenia.

• Anniversary construction: Constructed in the late 20th century and consecrated around the turn of the 21st century to mark the 1700th anniversary of Armenia’s adoption of Christianity.

What to See#

• Main cathedral: The main cathedral is a modern, large-scale church built to serve as a principal seat and national cathedral for the Armenian Apostolic Church in Yerevan.

The cathedral is in central Yerevan; it is reachable by foot from Republic Square or by local buses and taxis.

• Attend a Sunday service to observe liturgy and choir arrangements; the cathedral is active and not merely a museum.
• Combine a visit with nearby museums and Republic Square for a full day in central Yerevan.
• Photography policies can vary during services; when in doubt, ask custodial staff.