Saint Hripsime Church
Սուրբ Հռիփսիմե եկեղեցի
A World Heritage church completed in 618, a model of early Armenian cross-domed churches, built to commemorate the martyred saint Hripsime.
Saint Hripsime Church stands at the eastern entrance of Vagharshapat (Etchmiadzin). Built in 618, it has remained largely in its original form and is a representative example of medieval Armenian “four-lobed” cross-domed churches, which had a far-reaching influence on church architecture across the South Caucasus. The church commemorates the Roman nun Hripsime, who was martyred after refusing a king's marriage proposal, and her tomb lies in the crypt. Admission is free. Dress modestly, and women should bring a headscarf. The church, Etchmiadzin Cathedral, Saint Gayane Church and the Zvartnots site are all part of the same World Heritage listing and can be visited together.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Etchmiadzin Cathedral
- Saint Gayane Church
- Zvartnots Cathedral
- Quba Mere Diwane (Yazidi Temple)
- Tsitsernakaberd Memorial Complex
- Yerevan Brandy Company (Ararat)
- Hovhannavank
- Sergei Parajanov Museum