Surp Harutyun Armenian Church
Changes After Construction:
- The church was renewed in 1846.
- In 1890, the building was temporarily closed because of the danger of collapse.
- The church and the surrounding complex were rebuilt in masonry in 1895 and were opened for worship during the period of Madteos İzmirliyan.
- The building was reopened for worship in 2025.
Prominent Features:
- The church belongs to the Armenian Patriarchate of Turkey.
- The building is located within the Esayan complex on Meşelik Street.
- Wedding and baptism ceremonies are held in the church.
- The baptismal font is positioned in a niche near the apse on the north wall of the main space; above the font there is a painting depicting the baptism of Jesus.
