Landmark
Mother Armenia
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Mother Armenia is a monumental statue standing 54 meters tall atop a hill in Victory Park, replacing an earlier Stalin monument. The statue depicts a woman holding a sword in a defensive stance, representing Armenia's enduring spirit and desire for peace. Visitors can climb to the base for sweeping views of Yerevan and Mount Ararat. The adjacent museum houses military artifacts from World War II and the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
Don't miss
- Climb the pedestal for panoramic city and mountain views
- See the sword and shield details symbolizing defensive strength
- Visit the on-site military museum with historical exhibits
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Mother Armenia
You can see Mother Armenia on your own. A tour is worth it for the story behind it, for transport, or for combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inFrom Yerevan Sevan, Haghartsin, Goshavank, and Dilijan Tour4.4★ · 44 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$22 per personSee dates →
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