Armenian Akhtamar Church in eastern Turkey holds 10th holy mass since reopening

The historic Armenian church on Lake Van's Akhtamar Island has hosted its 10th special mass since reopening in 2010.

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A 1,100-year-old Armenian church in Turkey's eastern Van province hosted its 10th special mass on Sept. 4 since reopening in 2010 after a 95-year hiatus.

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