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Sourp Kevork Church, Istanbul
Sourp Kevork Church, Istanbul
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Sourp Kevork Church, Istanbul
Sourp Kevork Church (Surp Kevork Church), also known as Church of St. George of Samatya, is an Armenian church located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was originally built in the 11th century AD as a Byzantine church and monastery. The church was later renovated between 1866 and 1887, and an edifice was built over the Byzantine structure.
Site Information
Country: Turkey
District: Istanbul Province
Category: Churches and Monasteries
Site History: 11th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Byzantine
Later Cultures: Armenian
Site Features: Byzantine & Armenian & Christian Monuments
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Elevation: 22 m
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