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Mher Mkrtchyan museum

Region

Shirak

Distance from Yerevan

120.6 km

Type

Monastery/Church

Mher Mkrtchyan is one of the Armenians’ favorite actors. He was born in Leninakan in 1930. He is a widely known Armenian actor both in theatre and in cinema. Some of his most famous movies were filmed in Leninakan, including “The Tango of Our Childhood”, directed by Albert Mkrtchyan, Mher Mkrtchyan’s brother. His museum is located on Rustaveli Street in a building made of black tuff. The building was used to be a residential block during the first half of the 20th century, then after the Soviet Revolution the building was nationalized and had different functions.

Interesting

facts about Mher Mkrtchyan museum

Facts

It was badly damaged during the 1988 earthquake. The part of Rustaveli street was reconstructed and Mher Mkrtchyan’s museum was opened in 2004, while the official opening ceremony was held in 2006.

Weather in Shirak

The high season in Armenia lasts for a long time due to the pleasant climate conditions. Warm days in Armenia start in March and last until late autumn; winter is usually snowless and not long. The high precipitation season is variable. The tourist season for Mher Mkrtchyan museum depends on the weather conditions.