An exhibition of sculptures opened in Surb Khach Church on Akhtamar Island in Lake Van.

Governor of Van Munir Karayoglu and teaching staff of Turkish educational institutions opened the exhibition “Akhtamar”. The art lovers could enjoy the works of 17 sculptors, Turkish Haberler reports.

As NEWS.am reported previously, September 19, a liturgy will be held in Surb Khach Church.  Holy See of Echmiadzin, Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem and Holy See of Cilicia refused to take part in the liturgy in Surb Khach (Holy Cross) on Akhtamar Island due to the Turkish authorities’ disgraceful decision to install the cross on the church after the liturgy.