Abovyan Street and the Republic square

Abovyan is one of the oldest streets in Yerevan. It used to be the main street, the first street where a little horse-tram was operating in the beginning of the 20th century. It was also the street where my great-great-grandpa had his fancy 2-story house. Now, much changed but still charming, it is a street of hotels, cafes, souvenir- and artshops, a promenade for tourists and locals. Here it is at night.




And the Republic square, built during Soviet times with all the characteristic grandeur. It was made of the best "toof", the pink volcanic stone that is so abundant in Armenia. The buildings that line the square house the government, the main post house, Armenia Marriott hotel and the History Museum.