Armenian Saint, Etchmiadzin Cathedral

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This fresco of an Armenian saint can be seen at the Etchmiadzin Cathedral, which is located in Etchmiadzin, Armenia. (The cathedral is currently under reconstruction.) According to many art historians, it is the world's oldest Christian cathedral, and it's the most important church in Armenian Christianity.

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James Blake Wiener
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.

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