Related to Jolfa city (located in East Azerbaijan province)
Also known as: Surb Stepanos Vank, Kelisaa-ye San Estepanus, Maghardavank, Monastery of Saint Stepanos
The Saint Stepanos Monastery was erected between the periods of the 4th and 6th century AH. and is one of the important historical and religious structures of the city of Orumieh in the province of Azarbayjan. This church is located in the famous Darreh or valley of 'Sham', 16 km. from Jolfa.
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery or holy Stepanos is an old church in Jolfa and near the Aras river that its appearance has not changed during the time and is still persist and spectacular.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery is one of the Armenian monasteries of Iran. It is located in a canyon facing Aras River close to northwest borders of Iran, about 15 km northwest of the city of Julfa in the province of East Azerbaijan.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery or holy Stepanos is an old church in Jolfa and near the Aras river that its appearance has not changed during the time and is still persist and spectacular.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanous Church - in East Azarbaijan
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery or holy Stepanos is an old church in Jolfa and near the Aras river that its appearance has not changed during the time and is still persist and spectacular.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
A world heritage site. There is a steep gravel road to reach the monastery. Beautiful Armenian church.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery is one of the Armenian monasteries of Iran. It is located in a canyon facing Aras River close to northwest borders of Iran, about 15 km northwest of the city of Julfa in the province of East Azerbaijan.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos was one the apostles and the first martyr for Christianity. The building's antiquity goes to 900 years ago. It is surrounded by mountains and its road is near beautiful Aras river.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanous Church - in East Azarbaijan
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
The fourth restoration stage of this church was done by Abbas Mirza in year 1826 (1243 solar calendar).
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
The name of the church is driven from the name of the first martyr of the Christian world. The Church is located 10 km west of Jolfa. Public transportation is available to Jolfa.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos was one the apostles and the first martyr for Christianity. The building's antiquity goes to 900 years ago. It is surrounded by mountains and its road is near beautiful Aras river.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
A wonderfully renovated Armenian monastery and a World Heritage Site well worth visiting for its atmospheric location and exceptional history.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos monastery with its many architectural and decorative features, is one of the most beautiful and renown of the Armenian churches in the world.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
An important Church for Armenian people. The first Christian martyr after the ascension of Jesus was one of his apostles, Behnam Stepanos or Stefanos. The entire area of the church is located in the heart of the mountains and among the green nature of the Land Border area of Jolfa and the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos monastery with its many architectural and decorative features, is one of the most beautiful and renown of the Armenian churches in the world.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos monastery with its many architectural and decorative features, is one of the most beautiful and renown of the Armenian churches in the world.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
A wonderfully renovated Armenian monastery and a World Heritage Site well worth visiting for its atmospheric location and exceptional history.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
You could take beautiful photos from the hillsides around the church and the church itself.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
Saint Stepanos Monastery is one of the Armenian monasteries of Iran. It is located in a canyon facing Aras River close to northwest borders of Iran, about 15 km northwest of the city of Julfa in the province of East Azerbaijan.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
This building is also known as Saint Stefan. Stefan or Stepanos is a holy figure in different religions, which has resulted in the existence of many churches and monasteries with his name all around the world.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
St. Stepanos Monastery is the second most important Armenian Church in Iran after St. Thaddeus Monastery. It is located about 15 km northwest of Jolfa, East Azarbaijan Province, northwestern Iran.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
This building is also known as Saint Stefan. Stefan or Stepanos is a holy figure in different religions, which has resulted in the existence of many churches and monasteries with his name all around the world.
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
In a place known as Qariye Gizil Wang near the Darreh Sham village, 3 kilometers from the southern bank of Araz, 16 kilometers west of Julfa, East Azerbaijan, Iran | Copyright: Taktom Zagleki
Saint Stepanos Monastery - Jolfa (Julfa)
St. Stepanos Monastery is on the Iranian side of the border between Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic and Iran. It was built in the ninth century AD, but it was seriously damaged by earthquake. So, it was refurbished in Safavid period. Also, some measures were taken in Qajar era by Abbas Mirza to maintain and repair it. | Copyright: Taktom Zagleki
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