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Day Tour to Echmiatsin Cathedral, St Hripsime and St Gayane Armenia
By: Central Tour
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    In the morning visit Etchmiadzin Cathedral. This is the mother church of the Armenian Apostolic Church located in the city of Vagharshapat, Armenia. Most scholars believe this to be the first Cathedral, but not the first church built in ancient Armenia. It is also believed to be the oldest cathedral in the world

    After visiting the Cathedral you will visit Saint Hripsimé Church, which is one of the oldest surviving churches in Armenia. The church was erected by Catholicos Komitas atop the original mausoleum in 395 AD that contained the remains of the martyred Saint Hripsimé. The church was dedicated to Saint Hripsimé and the structure was completed in 618 AD.

    The third visit will be to Church of Saint Gayane that was built by Catholicos Ezra I in the year 630. It is located within walking distance from the Etchmiadzin Cathedral. This is a 7th-century Armenian church in Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin) the religious center of Armenia. St. Gayane.
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    Important Information
    Departure Point
    Yerevan
    Departure Time
    10:00 AM / PM
    Duration
    4h
    Inclusions
    • All activities
    • Local guide
    • Entry/Admission - Saint Hripsime Church
    • Entry/Admission - Saint Gayane Church
    Exclusions
    • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
    • Food and drinks
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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    Cancellation Policy
    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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    Very impressive tour
    The most amazing tour was organized by central tour to visit the wonderful Cathedral of Echmiadizin and all the site. Thank you for our guide Garine.
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    By: Central Tour
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    Steven C
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    Great Experience in Both Tours I had booked with Central Tour
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    jessicafl0909
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    10
    fantastic Armenia experience with Central Tour
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    Hiroshi
    10
    Unforgettable experience
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    Lars V
    10
    Mountains and culture.
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    TheDutchessB
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    the temple of?
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    Samina M
    31
    Excellent tour with a warm, insightful guide
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    LeeH01
    83
    This is superb!
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