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Singapore’s Armenian Church
Singapore’s Armenian Church is one of the city-state’s most significant landmarks. Built in 1835, the place of worship is the senior-most Christian church on the island. As a result, the still active Armenian Church of Saint Gregory the Illuminator is a peerless focal point of Singapore’s Museum Planning Area. ... Read more »
Aside from the church, National Monuments in the foremost quarter of Singapore’s Central Region include The Cathay, Central Fire Station, Peranakan Museum and superb National Museum of Singapore. The Armenian Church is British Neoclassical in style, with many indelible features built expressly with Singapore’s tropical climate in mind. Inherent landmarks include a Memorial Garden to Armenians and a turn of the 20th century parsonage house. While regular services still take place, the monument is a multi-purpose facility. As such, the Armenian Church holds various exhibits and events throughout the year.
Vitals and Tips
Singapore’s Armenian Church is a short ten minute walk from Merlion Park. The monument is easily accessible by bus and MRT.
The church is on Hill Street, a major Singapore thoroughfare and home to many notable city landmarks. One of the best is Old Hill Street Police Station, now the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts.
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