Gai, Memorial statue in Nor Nork district, Yerevan, Armenia
The Hayk Bzhishkyan statue stands at coordinates 40.2001724 latitude and 44.565582 longitude on Gai Avenue, featuring architectural elements designed by Sarkis Gurzadyan.
The monument was inaugurated on February 18, 1977, during a period when Soviet Armenia emphasized the creation of monumental works reflecting national identity.
Sculptor Suren Nazaryan created this memorial to honor Hayk Bzhishkyan, incorporating elements that represent Armenian artistic development during the Soviet period.
The statue is positioned along a main thoroughfare in the Nor Nork district, connecting multiple neighborhoods and providing easy access for visitors exploring Armenian monuments.
The memorial combines both sculptural artistry and architectural design elements, representing the collaborative work of multiple Armenian artists during the 1970s.
GPS coordinates: 40.20017,44.56558
Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:55
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