Travel Guide to Memorial to the 50th Anniversary of October Revolution

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from any location in the Geghama Mountains, head towards Yerevan. Follow the signs directing you to Yerevan on the M1 highway. Once you reach the city, continue driving towards the Kentron district. Use a GPS or navigation app and input the coordinates 40.1950729, 44.5158375 to reach the Memorial to the 50th Anniversary of October Revolution directly. Parking may be available nearby, but check local regulations.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Memorial using public transportation, first take a local bus or minibus (marshrutka) from the nearest bus station in the Geghama Mountains heading to Yerevan. Look for buses labeled 'Yerevan' or 'Kentron'. Once you arrive at the central bus station in Yerevan, you can take a taxi or use a ride-hailing app to reach the memorial at the coordinates 40.1950729, 44.5158375. The taxi ride should be short and affordable, typically costing around 1,000-2,000 AMD (Armenian Dram).

• Hiking

  For the adventurous, you can hike from the Geghama Mountains to Yerevan, which is a challenging route. Start from a popular trailhead in the Geghama range, and follow the marked trails toward Yerevan. This route will take several hours, depending on your pace, so ensure you have enough supplies and a map. Once you reach Yerevan, you can navigate to the memorial using a local map or a navigation app. It is recommended to have a local guide if you are unfamiliar with the area.