Arch of Charents

The rectangular basalt and orange tuff structure measures 5.5 by 10 meters, reaching a height of 5 meters with an arch radius of 3.5 meters.

Rafael Israelyan constructed this memorial in 1957 to honor Armenian poet Yeghishe Charents, who faced persecution and death during the Great Purge of 1937.

The monument contains an engraved passage from Charents' poem about Mount Ararat, reflecting the connection between Armenian literature and natural landscapes.

Located 13.9 kilometers from Yerevan at an elevation of 1,500 meters, the arch stands along the Yerevan-Garni highway, offering direct access for visitors.

The structure combines two distinct materials: dark basalt for external surfaces and regional orange tuff for interior sections, creating a notable color contrast.

Location: Voghjaberd

Inception: 1957

Creator: Rafael Israelyan

GPS coordinates: 40.17368,44.63667

Latest update: March 6, 2025 05:20