Historic Religious Sites

East Azerbaijan showcases a diverse intersection of Islamic and Armenian Christian heritage through its well-preserved architecture. This selection features the UNESCO-listed Saint Stepanos Monastery, an 11th-century Armenian complex near Jolfa, and the 15th-century Blue Mosque in Tabriz, renowned for its intricate turquoise tilework. The list also includes the Safavid-era Jameh Mosque of Mehrabad in Bonab and Tabriz's historic Jameh Mosque, alongside significant Armenian Apostolic sites like the 18th-century Saint Mary Church and the 20th-century Shoghakat Church.