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Armenian Church
60 Hill St Singapore 179366 Phone: +65 6334 0141 Timings: DailyAbout
Built in 1835, The Armenian Church on Hill Street is the oldest Christian church in Singapore. Designed by Irish architect George Coleman, the church is regarded as Coleman's masterpiece and is dedicated to St Gregory the Illuminator, the first Armenian monk.
Take a walk in its lush gardens before entering the church and admire the exterior architecture. A tall spire tops the building, while Doric columns, bordered by balustrades on both sides, sustain the white portico. As you step in, also look up at the vaulted ceiling and cupola - elements based on traditional Armenian Church architecture.
This spiritual place serves as a tribute to the once influential Armenian community of Singapore. Famous Armenians in Singapore included the Sarkies brothers who built and managed the Raffles Hotel, Agnes Joaquim who hybridised the orchid Vanda 'Miss Joaquim' (named as Singapore's national flower), and Catchick Moses, who co-founded the national newspaper The Straits Times.
