It is a category B listed monument, built in 1911–1915, and holds 4.6 on Google from more than 690 reviews.
About the place
The foundation stone was laid in July 1911 and the church was finished in September 1915, to plans by the architects Dimitrie Maimarolu and Grigore Cerchez, who was himself of Armenian origin. Its shape recalls Etchmiadzin Cathedral in Armenia, and it is dedicated to the Archangels Michael and Gabriel.
In the courtyard are the bishop's residence, a library and diocesan museum, a cultural centre and the headquarters of the Union of Armenians of Romania. There is also a cross in memory of the victims of the Armenian genocide. The church gives its name to Strada Armenească behind it, the heart of the old Armenian quarter, with merchants' houses and old villas.
Good to know
- The church is open Sunday to Friday from 8:00 to 15:00; it is closed on Saturdays.
- For the library and the diocesan museum, ask at the entrance to the complex: their hours are not published.
- Then walk along Strada Armenească and Intrarea Spătarului: the Melik House, from 1760, is about 300 m away.
Opening hours
| Monday | 8–15 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8–15 |
| Wednesday | 8–15 |
| Thursday | 8–15 |
| Friday | 8–15 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 8–15 |
Hours may change on public holidays. Check before you go.