Surp Giragos Kilisesi


This Armenian church has been reopened after a wonderful restoration. Highlights include a superb wooden ceiling, and the church's cloisters showcase interesting historic photographs of Diyarbakır's Armenian heritage. Press the doorbell and someone will usually appear from within or from the surrounding neighbourhood to provide access.


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