Echmiadzin

Echmiadzin is a significant religious site in Armenia, serving as the spiritual and administrative center of the Armenian Apostolic Church. Located in the city of Vagharshapat, it features the Mother Cathedral, built in the early 4th century, which is one of the oldest Christian churches in the world. Echmiadzin is considered the birthplace of Armenian Christianity and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It functions as a pilgrimage destination, hosting major religious ceremonies and housing important ecclesiastical artifacts. The complex also includes museums and schools, playing a vital role in preserving Armenian Christian heritage and culture.