The Chupan Church
Description
The Chupan Church, also known as the Shepherd’s Church, is a historic Armenian Christian church located near the town of Jolfa, along the scenic Aras River. It is an important site for both religious heritage and Armenian architectural traditions in northwestern Iran.
Historical Background
Chupan Church was constructed several centuries ago by the Armenian community in the Jolfa region. Its name, which translates to “Shepherd’s Church,” reflects either its pastoral surroundings or its origins as a local village church serving a rural Armenian community. The church has long served as a place of worship, religious education, and community gathering for the Armenian population in the area.
The Chupan Church, also known as the Shepherd’s Church, is a historic Armenian Christian church located near the town of Jolfa, along the scenic Aras River. It is an important site for both religious heritage and Armenian architectural traditions in northwestern Iran.
Historical Background
Chupan Church was constructed several centuries ago by the Armenian community in the Jolfa region. Its name, which translates to “Shepherd’s Church,” reflects either its pastoral surroundings or its origins as a local village church serving a rural Armenian community. The church has long served as a place of worship, religious education, and community gathering for the Armenian population in the area.
Features
Address
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Address: Jolfa، Julfa, Azerbaijan،
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City: Jolfa
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State/county: East Azerbaijan
The Chupan Church
The Chupan Church
The Chupan Church
The Chupan Church
The Chupan Church