Abovyan

Heritage & monuments

Mother Armenia

This massive female statue symbolizes Armenia and stands on a hill in Victory Park overlooking the capital, Yerevan. Its grand scale and sweeping views over the city make it a striking sight.

Zoos & aquariums

Yerevan Zoo

Armenia's only zoo, opened in 1940 on a 35-hectare site at the foot of the hills in southeastern Yerevan. It's a great spot for a family outing to see a wide variety of animals.

Zoos & aquariums

Yerevan Botanical Garden

This botanical garden lies northeast of Yerevan and spans about 80 hectares. It's home to roughly 200 rare plant species, including ones native to Armenia, making it a great spot for plant lovers.

Parks & gardens

Victory Park

A park located in the Kanaker-Zeytun district of Yerevan, Armenia's capital. It's a great place to relax with a stroll through its expansive greenery.

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Avan

This ruined church in Yerevan's Avan district dates to the late 6th century and is considered the oldest surviving church in the city. It's also known as an early example of the symmetrical tetraconch style.

Temples & religious sites

Saint Hakob Church of Kanaker

This church is located in the Kanaker-Zeytun district of Armenia. It stands on a hill alongside its sister church, Surb Astvatsatsin, making the two convenient to visit together.

Parks & gardens

Khachatur Abovyan Square

This park is located in Yerevan's Kentron district, at the point where Abovyan Street begins. Yerevan State Medical University stands at its southern end, making the two worth visiting together.

Temples & religious sites

Ptghnavank

A church located in the small village of Ptghni in Armenia's Kotayk province. It's close to Abovyan, making it easy to visit together.