Yazidi Genocide Memorial: A Testament to Resilience

A solemn memorial in Yerevan commemorating the Yazidi genocide, honoring victims and celebrating the community's resilience.

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The Yazidi Genocide Memorial in Yerevan stands as a solemn tribute to the victims and survivors of the Yazidi genocide, particularly those who suffered at the hands of ISIS. It serves as a place for reflection, remembrance, and a symbol of the Yazidi community's enduring spirit.

A brief summary to Yazidi Genocide Memorial

8, 10 Isahakyan St, Yerevan, Kentron, 0025, AM

Local tips

Take time to reflect on the history and significance of the Yazidi community and the challenges they have faced.
Combine your visit with other nearby attractions in Yerevan to enrich your experience.
The memorial is open to all and provides a peaceful setting for contemplation.

Getting There

Walking

The Yazidi Genocide Memorial is located on Isahakyan Street in the Kentron district of Yerevan. From the Yerevan Cascade, walk east along Isahakyan Street for approximately 1.5 km (about 20 minutes). The memorial will be on your right. No costs are associated with walking.
Public Transport

The closest metro station to the Yazidi Genocide Memorial is Yeritasardakan. From the station, walk along Isahakyan Street for about 10 minutes until you reach the memorial. Alternatively, several buses and minibuses (marshrutkas) operate along Mashtots Avenue and stop near Isahakyan Street. Bus and minibus fares are typically 100 AMD.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Yerevan and can take you directly to the Yazidi Genocide Memorial at 8, 10 Isahakyan St. A short taxi ride from the city center (e.g., Republic Square) will typically cost between 600-1300 AMD. It's advisable to use a taxi app like GG Taxi or Yandex Taxi to ensure a fair price.

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Located in Yerevan, the Yazidi Genocide Memorial is a poignant reminder of the atrocities committed against the Yazidi people, particularly during the ISIS conflict in Iraq. Inaugurated in 2016, the memorial features a statue of a Yazidi woman holding a child, symbolizing the suffering and resilience of the Yazidi community. The memorial serves as a place of pilgrimage and mourning for Yazidis, with many gathering for ceremonies, burials and genocide commemorations. The Yazidi community, one of the oldest ethnic and religious groups in the Middle East, has faced a long history of persecution. The Yazidi religion is distinct, and ISIS did not consider them as people of the book, leading to mass killings and forced conversions. The memorial stands as a testament to the strength and perseverance of the Yazidi people in the face of unimaginable horrors. It also serves as a call for recognition and condemnation of all genocides, so that such crimes are not repeated. Visitors to the memorial will find a peaceful setting for contemplation and learning. Informative displays detail the history of the Yazidi people, their rich cultural heritage, and the hardships they have endured. The memorial is not only a place of mourning but also a celebration of survival and hope, encouraging visitors to engage with the story of the Yazidi community and the importance of preserving cultural identities.

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Yazidi Genocide Memorial: A Testament to Resilience

A brief summary to Yazidi Genocide Memorial

Local tips

Getting There

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Public Transport

Taxi

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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Единый крест

Isahakian Statue

Haverjutjun Հավերժություն

Monument to Aram Ter-Hovhannisean

Backgammon Player

Tour Armenia

Էրեբունի Երեւան հարթաքանդակ

Komitas Statue

Arno Babajanian Statue

Sayat-Nova

Մեսրոպ Մաշտոց պողոտա & Mesrop Mashtots Ave

Yerevan

Hovhannes Tumanyan statue

Matenadaran

Khachatur Abovyan Statue

Unmissable attractions to see

Assyrian Genocide Memorial

Love trail park

Concierge Travel Armenia, Tour Agency

Avetik Isahakyan Monument

Love Statue

Alexander Mantashyants

St. Astvatsatsin Kathoghike Church

Edgar Allan Poe Graffiti

Museum of the National Centre for Aesthetics

Woman from Karabakh Statue

Alexander Spendiaryan House-Museum

Hyur Service (Head Office)

Komitas Yerevan State Conservatory

Moscow Cinema

Charles Aznavour Square

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Monarch

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Aragast

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Old Beijing

Shirvan Persian Halal Restaurant

Imperial Palace Hotel

Lahmajun Gaidz

Lavash Restaurant

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