Charles Aznavour Statue Monument
Public statue commemorating Charles Aznavour in Shirak
A bronze statue in Shirak Province commemorating singer Charles Aznavour; a stop on Gyumri walking routes and a point of interest for music and cultural visitors.
Charles Aznavour Statue at a Glance#
Address: Charles Aznavour Statue, Gyumri, Shirak Province, Armenia
About Charles Aznavour Statue#
The Charles Aznavour Statue is a public monument in Gyumri, Shirak Province, Armenia, dedicated to the French-Armenian singer Charles Aznavour. The statue commemorates Aznavour’s cultural ties to Armenia and functions as a local landmark and photo point.
The work stands in a public square in Gyumri’s urban center and is accessible to pedestrians visiting the city’s main streets. It was installed as a civic tribute to Aznavour’s contributions to Armenian cultural life and his connection with the city.
Situated in Gyumri, the statue is part of the city’s cultural landscape in northwest Armenia and is walking distance from other central urban features and civic spaces.
How to Get to Charles Aznavour Statue#
Gyumri is Armenia’s second city and is served by regional roads and rail from Yerevan; the statue is within the city and reachable on foot from the central districts.
Tips for Visiting Charles Aznavour Statue#
- Bring a small bouquet or a camera; locals often leave flowers at cultural monuments when paying respects.
- The statue stands within the city context - combine a visit with a walk through Gyumri's streets to appreciate the urban character.
Best Time to Visit Charles Aznavour Statue#
A city statue is accessible year-round; best visited in fair weather when walking is pleasant.
Weather & Climate near Charles Aznavour Statue#
Charles Aznavour Statue's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -13°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -13° - -3° | -11° | 19 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -1° | -10° | 27 mm | overcast | 86% | 1.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 5° | -3° | 32 mm | overcast | 77% | 2.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 1° - 13° | 6° | 55 mm | overcast | 73% | 2.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Good | 5° - 18° | 12° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 1.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Excellent | 9° - 23° | 16° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 1.9 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Excellent | 12° - 27° | 20° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Excellent | 12° - 27° | 19° | 34 mm | some cloud | 62% | 2.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 8° - 23° | 15° | 27 mm | some cloud | 65% | 1.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 2° - 15° | 8° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 1.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Acceptable | -4° - 8° | 0° | 28 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 1.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -9° - 0° | -7° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.2h |