Surb Gevorg Church was built in the 19th century. It is located on the western part of the village, on the right bank of the “Agrichay” river, in an elevated area.
Surb Gevorg Church is part of Armenia’s rich architectural heritage. It is known for its distinct architectural style, which includes features typical of Armenian churches built during that period. The church has a square base and features a dome, which is supported by cross-shaped windows and corner stones built into the walls.
These architectural elements help to distribute the weight of the dome evenly, ensuring the structure’s stability.
The church is characterized by its compact size and the use of local stone materials. The dome is placed on a hexagonal drum, which is itself topped with a conical spire, a common design in Armenian ecclesiastical architecture.
The church walls are decorated with cross-shaped windows. In the churchyard, there is also a commemorative khachkar (cross-stone).
The church was renovated in 2012 during the tenure of Catholicos Garegin II, sponsored by benefactor Armen Gyozalyan.
The project is implemented within the framework of the EU4Culture program “we are our mountains”, funded by the European Union. The project is being implemented by the Municipality of Ijevan and the Urban Sustainable Development Fund.
