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New Julfa is a specific region within the city of Isfahan which was created as a result of an ever growing Armenian population throughout Isfahan. This area was set apart from the more populated region of Isfahan, hence why it was placed on the southern bank of the Zayendah-Rud River. This area was created during the reign of Shah Abbas, who provided the Armenian population with special privileges such as religious freedom. Many Christian churches were erected by the Armenians within the region, a few of which still stand such as the Church of Bethlehem at Nazar Avenue, Saint Mary church at Julfa Square and the Yerevan church.