The Majestic Alexander Tamanyan Statue: A Tribute to Armenia's Architectural Visionary

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the center of Kotayk and head towards Yerevan using the M1 highway. After approximately 20 kilometers, take the exit towards Yerevan. Continue on the M1 until you reach the Kentron district. The Alexander Tamanyan statue is located at the coordinates 40.1772285, 44.5170929. You can use a GPS navigation system to guide you directly to the statue, which is situated on a small square near the Yerevan Cascade.

• Public Transportation

  To reach the Alexander Tamanyan statue using public transportation, take a marshrutka (minibus) from the central bus station in Kotayk that heads towards Yerevan. The fare is approximately 200 AMD (Armenian Dram). The ride will take around 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at the Yerevan bus station, walk towards the metro station called 'Republic Square'. From there, you can either take a taxi or walk for about 20 minutes to reach the statue, which is located at the coordinates 40.1772285, 44.5170929.

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can take a taxi from any location in Kotayk to the Alexander Tamanyan statue in Yerevan. The estimated fare for a taxi ride is around 3,000 to 4,500 AMD, depending on traffic conditions. Provide the driver with the coordinates 40.1772285, 44.5170929 or simply mention the Alexander Tamanyan statue, and they will know the location. The drive typically takes about 30 minutes, depending on traffic.