Monument to Alexander Myasnikyan

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Monument to Alexander Myasnikyan, Cultural heritage monument in Kentron District, Armenia.

The monument features a central figure made of granite and basalt, reaching a height of 8.6 meters at the intersection of major streets.

Architects Jim Torosian and Ara Shiraz designed this memorial structure, which opened on November 25, 1980 to honor Alexander Myasnikyan's leadership.

Five granite columns with detailed reliefs and verses by poet Yeghishe Charents surround the central monument, expressing Armenian artistic traditions.

The monument stands near Russia Square, making it accessible through multiple transportation routes and surrounded by renovated gardens for public gatherings.

The structure incorporates a khachkar with floral patterns and the Soviet Armenian coat of arms, connecting traditional and political elements.

Location: Yerevan

Location: Kentron District

Inception: 1976

Creator: Jim Torosian, Ara Shiraz

Official opening: November 25, 1980

Height: 8.6 m

Made from material: granite, basalt

GPS coordinates: 40.17474,44.50606

Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:58

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