Alexander Spendiaryan's monument, Bronze and granite sculpture in Freedom Square, Yerevan, Armenia.
Alexander Spendiaryan's monument is an 8.5-meter-tall bronze figure mounted on a granite base in Freedom Square in Yerevan. The standing figure is positioned centrally in the square and serves as a visual focal point within the public space.
The monument was erected in 1953 by architects Ara Sargsyan and Ghukas Chubaryan, with structural contributions from Feniks Darbinyan. It was built during a period of urban renewal in Yerevan following World War II.
The monument honors Alexander Spendiaryan, a composer who shaped Armenian classical music through his works and contributions to the nation's musical identity. His legacy remains central to how people understand Armenia's artistic traditions.
The monument is located directly in Freedom Square and is easily accessible on foot from the city center. The square is well-integrated into Yerevan's main pedestrian and transit routes.
The monument was designed together with Freedom Square as part of Soviet-era urban planning for central Yerevan. Its placement helped establish the square as one of the city's most important public gathering spaces.
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