How to Reach Shoghakat Church, Echmiadzin, Armenia

Shoghakat Church is one of the notable historical sites in Echmiadzin (also known as Vagharshapat), which is the spiritual center of Armenia located in the Armavir Province. Accessing this church involves several steps, whether you are coming from the capital city, Yerevan, or from elsewhere.

Traveling from Yerevan

• By Bus or Minibus (Marshrutka):

  To reach Shoghakat Church from Yerevan, you can take a bus or a minibus from the central bus stations that have routes towards Echmiadzin. The journey usually takes around 30 minutes, and services are frequent throughout the day. Once in Echmiadzin, Shoghakat Church is within walking distance from the bus stop.

• By Taxi:

  A more direct but expensive option is to hire a taxi from Yerevan to Echmiadzin. You can find taxis throughout the city, and many drivers are familiar with the popular tourist destinations.

Traveling Internally in Echmiadzin

If you are already in Echmiadzin, Shoghakat Church is easily accessible on foot as the town is relatively small. However, you can also take a local taxi within the town to get to the site quickly.

Once at Shoghakat Church

Upon arrival at the Shoghakat Church, you will find yourself in the vicinity of several other historic sites, such as the Holy Mother of God Cathedral and the St. Gayane Church. It is an ideal area to explore on foot, and guided tours are often available to provide historical context and detailed information about the church and surrounding structures.

Before planning your visit, consider checking the opening hours of Shoghakat Church as times may vary and there may be days when the church is closed to visitors.