This amazing city is located in the north-eastern part of the Ararat Valley. Located on the banks of the Hrazdan River, originating high in the mountains in Lake Sevan and flowing into the Araks River, Yerevan is divided into two parts by this mountain river.
From biblical times to the present day
According to legend, it was here after the Flood that the biblical character Noah first saw the earth and exclaimed: “Erevac!” ("She appeared!"). Having descended to the earth, he founded a city here called Yerevan. Whatever the legends say, Yerevan is indeed the oldest city in the world. The fortified city of Eribuni (as it used to be called Yerevan) was founded in the 8th century BC. Tsar of Ancient Urartu Argishti I. Over the years of its existence, Yerevan has undergone many changes, was ruled by Arabs, Persians, was one of the provinces of the Russian Empire, the capital of the Soviet Republic.
The first thing that catches the eye of a tourist who has visited Yerevan for the first time - the sights here are found at almost every step.
True, it is worth noting that most of the architectural structures, with rare exceptions, were still lost over time. For this reason, the sights of Yerevan and its environs belong to a relatively recent period of history.
Yerevan got its modern look during the years of Soviet power. Features of the geographical location and local conditions became the basis of the master plan, which was created by Academician A. Tamanyan in 1924. According to this plan, the city received a radial-ring layout in the central part. At the same time, modern Yerevan, the sights and architectural monuments of which they tried to preserve as much as possible, became a continuation of the general idea of A. Tamanyan.
What to see in Yerevan
In the center of the city is the Republic Square, which is unique in both form and execution, it was created in an ancient mosaic style. Here are the famous singing fountains, fascinatingly changing their color, which is best admired in the evening or at night. The Government House and the buildings of several ministries, as well as the National Art Gallery and the Museum of the History of Armenia are located on the square.
Not far from the square is the analogue of Moscow Arbat - Northern Boulevard with many boutiques and stylish restaurants, leading to the Opera House. There are many squares in the district, including the famous Swan Lake
Yerevan, the sights of which simply cannot fail to amaze with its beauty, annually attracts a great many tourists. What is the famous complex “Cascade” worth, which is a whole system of step transitions, flower beds and fountains! "Cascade" connects the city center with Victory Park. It offers a magnificent view of the capital of Armenia and Mount Ararat.
Residents of the country love and know their history very well, carefully preserving everything that Armenia is famous for and famous for. Yerevan, the sights of which are proof of this, is rich in memorable places dating back to different times and eras. Among them - the Museum of the Armenian Genocide and the Tsitsernakaberd monument, a monument to the hero of the national epos David Sasunsky, the fortress city of Erebuni, Matenadaran (book depository) named after Mesrop Mashtots. In addition, there are many temples in Yerevan - the church of St. Astvatsatsin, the church of St. Zoravor, the church of St. Katogike, St. Sargis and many others.
At the same time, the ancient and at the same time young city of Yerevan, whose sights are a national treasure, is always glad for its guests arriving in the capital of Armenia and wishing to get to know this historical and cultural center closer.