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Yerevan Railway Station

Region

Yerevan

Distance from Yerevan

4.7 km

Type

Monument/Memorial complex

The design of the station building began in 1947 under the commission of the Transcaucasian Railway Administration and the Tbilisi-based Kovtransproekt design organization. The final working drawings were developed in Yerevan, at the Haypetnakhagits Institute. Construction started in 1952 and was completed in 1955. The station was officially opened on July 22, 1956, with architect Edmond Tigranyan as its designer. Initially, the architect envisioned a gold-plated dome, but the building was opened without it. However, the dome was later added, restoring the architect’s original vision.

Interesting

facts about Yerevan Railway Station

Facts

The first train arrived in Armenia in 1899.

The ""Sasuntsi Davit"" monument, considered one of Yerevan’s landmarks, is located in the station square. It was created by sculptor Ervand Kochar and architect Mikael Mazmanyan.

The Armenian Railway Museum operates within the station complex."

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 "Sasuntsi David" station of Yerevan subway depends on the weather conditions.

Sights

near Yerevan Railway Station

Abovyan Street

2 km

Victory bridge

2 km

Republic Square

3 km

History Museum of Armenia

3 km

Yerevan Railway Station on the map on Armenia