Alphabet park, Stone letter monument in Artashavan village, Armenia
Alphabet Park displays 39 massive stone letters carved from local tuff in shades of pink, orange, gray, and black, arranged in an open hillside setting. The letters represent the complete Armenian script system and stand as tall as a person.
The Armenian script was developed in the 5th century by Mesrop Mashtots and became the backbone of Armenian written culture. This park was built in 2005 to commemorate 1600 years since that foundational moment.
The monument site celebrates the alphabet as the foundation of Armenian language and culture. Walking among the letters, you sense how deeply this writing system connects to what it means to be Armenian.
The site sits on sloped terrain with good views across the surrounding landscape. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven, and spring or fall offers the most comfortable visiting conditions.
Stonemasons from across Armenia collaborated to carve the letters, making the creation itself a symbol of shared heritage. This collective effort shows how the alphabet unites Armenians across different regions.
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