Destination
Yedi Kilise
The structure, entirely called Warak Wank Monastery, is in fact not seven churches as it is referred to, but consists of five churches in two groups, a Jamatun added to the church, a library, and a bell tower. The oldest of the churches forming the monastery is St. Sophia Church. It was built in the 8th century and only its apse remains. The second is St. John Church, built adjoining its north wall and now in ruins.
Yedi Kilise and 6 places around it
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Highlights
- Faith heritage
Good for
- Heritage walks
Suggested visit:45 minutes
Last updated: 19 October 2026
Location and surroundings
Yedi Kilise sits within İpekyolu, Van. The toroti catalogue holds 56 described stops across Van, 16 of them in İpekyolu.
The nearest stop is Hoşap Kalesi, 5.9 km to the northwest. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.
The Van – Erzurum route passes 1.8 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.
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Frequently asked
- What is Yedi Kilise?
- The structure, entirely called Warak Wank Monastery, is in fact not seven churches as it is referred to, but consists of five churches in two groups, a Jamatun added to the church, a library, and a bell tower. The oldest of the churches forming the monastery is St. Sophia Church. It was built in the 8th century and only its apse remains. The second is St. John Church, built adjoining its north wall and now in ruins.
- Where is Yedi Kilise?
- Yedi Kilise is in İpekyolu, Van.
- How long does it take to visit Yedi Kilise?
- The suggested visit time for Yedi Kilise is about 45 minutes.
- What else is there to see near Yedi Kilise?
- toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Yedi Kilise; the closest are Hoşap Kalesi, Ulu Cami, Abbas Ağa Camii.
- Is Yedi Kilise on the way anywhere, and which route?
- Yedi Kilise lies 1.8 km from the Van – Erzurum route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.