All About L’viv

The Ensemble of the Armenian Cathedral of the Assumption of the Saint Virgin combines Armenian and local design and techniques. Fine 14th and early 15th century wall-paintings are preserved in the interior.

The first Armenians arrived in Lviv in 13th century.

They played great role in the life of Lviv. Oriental trade was controlled by them.
Armenians were very professional and highly regarded for that, especially their craftsmen, jewelers, coiners and leather makers. Armenian street became the centre of the Armenian community. 

consists of:

• the church itself - 1363
• the bell-tower - 1571
• the column of St.Christopher -1726
• the building of the former Armenian bank - 17th century
• the Armenian archbishops’ palace - 17th-18th centuries
• and the Armenian Benedictine convent - 17th century

Tags: Armenian bank, Armenian Benedictine convent, Armenian Cathedral, Armenian St., column of St.Christopher, XIV, XVI, XVII, XVIII

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