Surp Asdvadzadzin Church

The Armenian Church of Besiktas is a historic building in Turkey, built in 1838 by Armenian architect Garabed Amira Balyan. Located in the Besiktas district of Istanbul, this church is one of the symbols of Armenian heritage in the region.

In 1987, the church was renovated by the Patriarch of Armenia I., and in 1993, busts of Garabed and Sarkis Balyan were installed in its courtyard. In 2013, the church was renovated again, and it now houses the tomb of Artin Dadayan Pasha, who played an important role in the history of this place. This site attracts tourists and pilgrims from all over the world who wish to learn more about the rich history of the Armenian church in Turkey.