Monument to Alexander Myasnikyan

The Monument to Alexander Myasnikyan is a sculpture made of granite and basalt at a street intersection in Yerevan, standing 8.6 meters tall. The central figure is surrounded by five granite columns with artistic reliefs, forming a complete memorial ensemble.

The memorial was designed by architects Jim Torosian and Ara Shiraz and inaugurated on November 25, 1980. It honored Alexander Myasnikyan and his leadership role in Armenian history.

Five granite columns surrounding the monument feature detailed reliefs and verses by poet Yeghishe Charents, reflecting Armenian artistic traditions. These inscriptions reveal themselves as you walk around the structure.

The monument is located near Russia Square and is easily accessible via multiple transportation routes. The renovated gardens surrounding it provide space for visitors to walk and view the structure from different angles.

The structure incorporates a traditional khachkar with floral patterns alongside the Soviet Armenian coat of arms, blending two different historical periods. This combination shows how the monument represents multiple layers of Armenian identity.

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: December 14, 2025 14:23