Armenians in Valence and the Drôme
Valence, in the Drôme department, has an Armenian church and a cultural centre dedicated entirely to the history and memory of Armenians.
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A church and a heritage centre
The Armenian Apostolic church of Saint Sahak in Valence was consecrated on 15 November 1992.
The Armenian Heritage Centre, known as “Le Cpa”, is at 14 rue Louis-Gallet. It presents the history of Armenians, their exile and their settlement in France, through exhibitions and talks.
Elsewhere in the Drôme, there is another Armenian parish in Romans-sur-Isère: the church of Saint Nicholas.
Landmarks
- Le Cpa — Armenian Heritage Centre, 14 rue Louis-Gallet, Valence.
- Armenian Apostolic church of Saint Sahak, 12 rue de la Cécile, Valence (1992).
- Armenian church of Saint Nicholas, Romans-sur-Isère.
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