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Ömer Ersoy Cultural Center (Church of St. Peter / Aziz Bedros)

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Ömer Ersoy Cultural Center (Church of St. Peter / Aziz Bedros)

Şahinbey, Gaziantep

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A historic Armenian church reported to date from 1723, uncovered during road works in 2005 and converted into a cultural center.

Safety warning

The cultural center is open during event hours; its current status after the 2023 earthquakes could not be verified, so check before visiting.

Its story

According to sources, the Church of St. Peter (Aziz Bedros), built in 1723, gradually became hidden among the surrounding buildings and came to light again in 2005 during the municipality's road-opening work. The restored building came into use as an exhibition and event venue under the name Ömer Ersoy Cultural Center. With its stonework and arched interior, it is a good stop, together with the Kurtuluş Mosque and the Kendirli Church, for tracing the city's Christian architectural heritage.

Key facts

Period
1723
Admission
Depending on the event
Getting there
Şahinbey, historic center
Visit duration
20 minutes

Trip purpose

  • Photography
  • Quiet

Location

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37.05869, 37.37627

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Source: Web derlemesi (doğrulanmalı): https://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aziz_Bedros_Kilisesi | https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6016858