Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex is dedicated to 1,5 million Armenians who were victims of the first genocide of 20th century done by Turkish Government. Since the construction of the Memorial complex in 1967 it has become the inseparable part of the Armenian architecture and a sanctuary for the Armenian. Located on the hilltop and separated from the common landscape, the memorial is perfectly intertwined with the surroundings, and the simple outline of the structure is transferred by the spirit of the survivor nation. According to the tradition, this height has received the name “Tsitsernakaberd” for the local swallows living here who helped pagan gods Vahagn and Astghik to communicate.
The well-established transport infrastructure of Armenia allows to get to Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex by a private car or with the help of various travel companies which offer regular excursions and tours to different sights of the country. Due to the geographical location of Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex the trip will not seem long.
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 Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex depends on the weather conditions.
The Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute opened its doors in 1995 on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the genocide. The structure of the museum, planned by architects Sashur Kalashian, Lyudmila Mkrtchyan and sculptor F. Araqelyan, has followed a unique design. Since opening its doors, the museum has received thousands of visitors including schoolchildren, college students and huge number of tourists from from all over the world.
Khachkars were erected near the Armenian Genocide Memorial in 1988-1990, in memory of the massacres committed by the Azerbaijani government in Sumgait, Kirovabad (Gandzak) and Baku.
KIEVYAN BRIDGE
1 km
CASCADE COMPLEX
7 km
NATIONAL OPERA AND BALLET THEATER
7 km