In 2011, the Armenian church of Surb Arutyun (Holy Resurrection) was built in Rostov-on-Don, becoming the successor to the Armenian Cathedral of Surb Grigor Lusavorich (Saint Gregory the Illuminator), which was destroyed by the Bolsheviks. The new church was constructed with the funds of Armenian patrons and has become an important spiritual center for the Armenian community.
The building is designed in the traditional Armenian style. The height of the structure, including the dome, reaches about 40 meters. The church can accommodate around 300 people at the same time. Approximately 42,000 Armenians live in Rostov-on-Don, many of whom are descendants of refugees fleeing the Turkish massacre in the Caucasus.
The church is adorned with pink tuff, specially brought from Armenia. The altar and baptismal font are crafted by Armenian masters from white marble with multilayered carvings. The interior walls of the church are not painted, and lighting is provided by a large chandelier. A gilded cross crowns the building.
In front of the church, two khachkars made of pink tuff are installed, symbolizing the friendship between the Russian and Armenian peoples. Nearby, an alley with evergreen thuja and benches has been arranged, and the church grounds are enclosed by an ornate metal fence on three sides.
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