Preserving Armenian Art and Architecture in Twenty-First Century Iran The Case Study of Churches in Western Azerbaijan

A critical assessment of the conservation status of Armenian churches in Salmas and Khoy, Iran, reveals significant structural and material degradation, threatening their preservation. The study evaluates ongoing interventions, proposing a set of criteria for restoration, reuse, and management to ensure long-term safeguarding. Given the near-disappearance of the Armenian population in these regions, the research emphasizes the need to engage with current local communities to sustain cultural heritage. This case study offers actionable insights for balancing conservation challenges with community involvement in twenty-first-century Iran.

Boriani, M. (2026). Preserving Armenian Art and Architecture in Twenty-First Century Iran The Case Study of Churches in Western Azerbaijan. Armenian Art in Iran. https://doi.org/10.30687/979-12-5742-061-1/005