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Plovdiv Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church "St. Gevorg" | Unique beauty of faith in the old city ⛪

#Travel Course Plovdiv Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church "St. Gevorg" | Unique Beauty of Faith in the Old Town ⛪✨ While walking through the alleys of Plovdiv's Old Town, I discovered a really special church. It was the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church "St. Gevorg" (Арменска църква „Сурп Кеворк“)! It had a different style from the Bulgarian Orthodox Church, and it felt fresh because it exuded the unique scent of Armenian culture and history. ✨ This church is not large, but the interior is very elaborately decorated and full of Armenian art styles. From elaborate icons, unique stone carvings, to the solemn atmosphere, it seemed to tell the story of the faith that this ancient people kept in Plovdiv. When I felt the silence and piety unique to this place alone, it felt as if I was hearing the echo of history from afar. This is a great place to understand Plovdiv's multiculturalism and religious fusion. 💖 My tips for visiting: Location: It is located in the old town of Plovdiv, the exact address is ul. "Todor Samodumov" 3. It is about 5-7 minutes walk from the Roman Theatre, so it is a good place to stop by while exploring the old town. What to see: Admire the unique Armenian architecture of the church, pay attention to the details of the icons and stone carvings inside. It is definitely different from the typical Bulgarian Orthodox churches. Ambience: It is usually relatively quiet, so it is a good place to take your time and experience the faith and culture of the minority. Explore the surroundings: The area around the church is the charming old town of Plovdiv, so keep walking through the alleys and discover more surprises. If you want to explore the charm of different cultures and religions in Plovdiv, the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church "St. Gevorg" is definitely worth a visit!
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