Where is Abrenk Kilisesi?

Abrenk Kilisesi is in Tercan, Erzincan.

How long does it take to visit Abrenk Kilisesi?

The suggested visit time for Abrenk Kilisesi is about 45 minutes.

What else is there to see near Abrenk Kilisesi?

toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Abrenk Kilisesi; the closest are Mama Hatun Külliyesi.

Is Abrenk Kilisesi on the way anywhere, and which route?

Abrenk Kilisesi lies 6.1 km from the Ankara – Erzurum route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.

Destination

Abrenk Kilisesi

Also known by the names Vank and Üçpınar, Abrenk Church is located in Erzincan Üçpınar village, to the southeast of Vank Dağı, within a hollow area. The church was built in 1854. TGA The exterior of the rectangular-planned church is made of smoothly cut stone, while the interior consists of mortared stone masonry. The church is entered through a round-arched door. TGA The structure is divided by two rows of columns and consists of three naves, one central and two side naves.

Tercan, Erzincan

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Suggested visit:45 minutes

Also known by the names Vank and Üçpınar, Abrenk Kilisesi is located in Erzincan Üçpınar village, to the southeast of Vank Dağı, within a hollow area. The church was built in 1854.

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The exterior of the rectangular-plan church is made of smoothly cut stone, while the interior consists of masonry with mortar. The church is entered through a round-arched door.

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The structure is divided by two rows of columns and consists of three naves, one central and two side naves. The connection between the columns and between the columns and the walls is provided by round arches.

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The middle of the central nave is covered with a pointed and round dome with a conical roof. The dome has a total of 12 windows. The windows in the side naves of the church are in the form of rectangles close to square. The windows in the interior are arched and made to let light inside.

Standing Stones

They are located near Abrenk Kilisesi in Üçpınar Köyü. The largest of these 3 stones is approximately 5 meters long. The Standing Stones were erected on the rocky ground here in the 17th century, and by arranging the surrounding area, an open-air place of worship was created.

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Of these three standing stones built side by side, two have managed to survive to the present day in their original form, while one has collapsed. There are Ottoman inscriptions on the stones. The large cross motif and neat geometric borders on the stones are noteworthy. In the lower part of two of the stones, there are inscriptions in the form of a panel. The date 1684 can be read in the inscription.

Places to Visit in Erzincan

Source: Kuzeydoğu Anadolu Kalkınma Ajansı Promotional Document, Erzincan Travel Guide,2014 Address: 24800 Üçpınar/Tercan/Erzincan

Last updated: 23 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Abrenk Kilisesi sits within Tercan, Erzincan. The toroti catalogue holds 17 described stops across Erzincan, 2 of them in Tercan.

The nearest stop is Mama Hatun Külliyesi, 14 km to the northeast. Another 1 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Ankara – Erzurum route passes 6.1 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Mama Hatun Külliyesi14 km to the northeast

Routes that pass close by

Ankara – Erzurum6.1 km

Frequently asked

What is Abrenk Kilisesi?: Also known by the names Vank and Üçpınar, Abrenk Church is located in Erzincan Üçpınar village, to the southeast of Vank Dağı, within a hollow area. The church was built in 1854. TGA The exterior of the rectangular-planned church is made of smoothly cut stone, while the interior consists of mortared stone masonry. The church is entered through a round-arched door. TGA The structure is divided by two rows of columns and consists of three naves, one central and two side naves.
Where is Abrenk Kilisesi?: Abrenk Kilisesi is in Tercan, Erzincan.
How long does it take to visit Abrenk Kilisesi?: The suggested visit time for Abrenk Kilisesi is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Abrenk Kilisesi?: toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Abrenk Kilisesi; the closest are Mama Hatun Külliyesi.
Is Abrenk Kilisesi on the way anywhere, and which route?: Abrenk Kilisesi lies 6.1 km from the Ankara – Erzurum route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.