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Sights of Armenia Yerevan
Republic Square
- RegionYerevan
- Distance from Yerevan2 km
- TypeMonument/Memorial complex
Yerevan
About this place
Republic Square is the main square of Yerevan, designed by architect Alexander Tamanyan in the 1924 master plan of the city. It serves as a major urban and transportation hub, as well as a venue for various events and gatherings. The square features the singing fountains, two major museums—the History Museum of Armenia and the National Gallery, along with government buildings constructed between the 1920s and 1950s, the Central Post Office of Armenia, and the Marriott Hotel. The Republic Square complex is considered one of the finest examples of Soviet-era architecture, earning the State Prize of the Armenian SSR in 1971.
Interesting
facts about Republic Square
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At the center of the square, there is a large stone mosaic that, when viewed from above, resembles a traditional Armenian carpet.
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The architectural style of Republic Square was heavily influenced by the design of the First Government Building, which determined the proportions, heights, and relationships of the surrounding structures.
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In front of the museum buildings, there is the “Yotnaghbyur” (Seven Springs) drinking fountain, built in 1965 by architect Spartak Kntekhcyan. It was renovated in 2010 by sculptor Nur. More than just a fountain, it also functions as a sundial, with a compass in the center marking the four cardinal directions: north, south, east, and west.
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The ornamental details of the square, including the cornices, friezes, arches, and other decorative elements, incorporate motifs from Armenian architecture, inspired by historical sites such as Tekor, Dvin, Zvartnots, and Talin."
Weather in Yerevan
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 Republic Square depends on the weather conditions.
Republic Square
FAQ
What is Republic Square in Yerevan?
Republic Square is Yerevan's main square, designed by architect Alexander Tamanyan in the city's 1924 master plan. It is a major urban and transport hub and a venue for events and gatherings.
What can you see on Republic Square?
The square is home to the singing fountains, the History Museum of Armenia and the National Gallery, government buildings built between the 1920s and 1950s, the Central Post Office of Armenia and the Marriott Hotel. At its centre lies a large stone mosaic that, seen from above, resembles a traditional Armenian carpet.
What is the Yotnaghbyur (Seven Springs) fountain?
In front of the museum buildings stands the Yotnaghbyur (Seven Springs) drinking fountain, built in 1965 by architect Spartak Kntekhcyan and renovated in 2010 by sculptor Nur. It also works as a sundial, with a compass at its centre marking north, south, east and west.
What makes Republic Square's architecture notable?
The Republic Square complex is considered one of the finest examples of Soviet-era architecture and received the State Prize of the Armenian SSR in 1971. The First Government Building set the proportions and heights of the surrounding buildings, and the cornices, friezes and arches draw on motifs from historic sites such as Tekor, Dvin, Zvartnots and Talin.
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