Statue of Khachatur Abovian, Bronze monument in Kanaker-Zeytun, Armenia.
The bronze and granite statue depicts Khachatur Abovian standing upright, marking his role in Armenian literature and educational reforms.
Created by artist Andreas Ter-Maroukian in 1910, the statue reflects a period of growing national consciousness in Armenian cultural identity.
The monument honors Khachatur Abovian, who wrote the first novel in modern Armenian and contributed to educational advancement in Armenia.
Located at the end of Abovian Street, the statue forms part of the Khachatur Abovian museum complex, offering educational programs about his life.
The nine-meter-tall monument combines bronze craftsmanship with granite elements, representing both artistic precision and structural permanence.
Location: Yerevan
Location: Kanaker-Zeytun
Inception: 1910
Creator: Andreas Ter-Maroukian
Made from material: bronze, granite
Part of: Khachatur Abovian museum
GPS coordinates: 40.21754,44.53465
Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:00
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