Evangelical Armenians Yuhenna Church in Tehran which is also called Hevans church has taken its name from one of Jesus’ Apostles named Yuhenna. Evangelical Yuhenna church is an Armenians catholic church which is located on Mirza Shirazi Street. The history of Evangelical Armenians Yuhenna Church returns to 5th and 6th A.D. This place has been destroyed and reconstructed too many times because of different factors. It contains three parts that one of them is for Archbishop Residence. Two other parts of the church includes the school and a place for lighting candles and incense sticks. This church has got a cubic plan. The worship area of this church is built in east wing that includes three arcs. The entrance door that leads to the interior part is located in the west of churchyard and the way to enter this part is under the arc. There is the pyramid shaped dome and the church bell in entrance part of the church. Yuhenna Church has had a very special position from past which is still the same because of Armenians immigration to Tehran from other cities of Iran. While visiting this church, don’t forget Jesus Christ eye catching paintings on the north and south walls. In order to visit the churches and other tourist attractions in Tehran, visit Alaedin Travel website and book your hotel tour. Travel to Iran with us will give you an unforgettable experience and will change your picture about Iran and Iranians.
