Armenian Church - one of the architectural landmarks of the city of Derbent. Construction of the church began in 1860 and ended in 1871. The temple was built on the site of a pre-existing Armenian chapel here. The church was built on the Armenian merchants donated funds. The architect of this project was made by G. Sundukyan (1825-1912). The ceremonial consecration of the church took place in 1872

As of 1918-1920. during the Civil War, the building was partially destroyed. In 1976, local authorities decided to restore Armenian church. During the restoration work, which ended in 1982, were built all over again lost in the years of military action elements of the temple.

After the restoration of the building of the temple was opened Museum of Fine Arts - the national branch of the Museum of Fine Arts, which is part of the Derbent State Museum. The museum has displayed works of applied art - great products of local craftsmen.

The building of the Armenian church cross-domed. In the center is the four pillars that serve as support for the 12-sided drum. Inputs on the west, north and south facades are decorated in the form of portals. The north and south facades have four windows, and the western - two. The apse is made in the form of a projection with a forged window. Apse and the southern and northern gates decorated with cross-shaped windows.

Since May 2009, the Armenian church wedding ceremonies are held periodically and baptism parishioners. For the local Armenians, divorced from their historical homeland, the Church was a rallying point in preserving the faith and traditions. Armenian Church - a monument of Armenian architecture and a very important element in the city of Derbent silhouette.