Tsitsernakaberd, Memorial complex in Yerevan, Armenia.
Description
Tsitsernakaberd is a memorial and museum in the Kentron District of Yerevan, Armenia, located on a hill west of the city center. The site includes a commemorative area with tall stone slabs surrounding a flame, as well as a museum with several exhibition rooms.
History
Construction began following large public gatherings in 1965 and was completed in 1967, when Soviet authorities authorized an official commemoration. Before this time, it was forbidden to speak about the event in the Soviet Union.
Culture
The name means Fortress of the Swallows in Armenian and refers to the location of the site on a hill above the city. Visitors walk a long path through a park down to the circular structure and then enter the space with the flame.
Practical
Access to the site is free and the grounds are open daily, while the museum is closed on certain weekdays. A visit through the complex takes about an hour if you explore the exhibition rooms and the outdoor area.
Did you know?
The architect chose basalt for the twelve slabs because the stone is found in the lost regions and preserves their memory. The height of the tower recalls the year when the events began, without stating the number directly.
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