Garegin Nzhdeh Square
Plaza Central Yerevan square honoring Armenian national hero Nzhdeh
A public square in central Yerevan, Garegin Nzhdeh Square is visited for its monument to the Armenian national figure, nearby Soviet-era architecture, cafés and shops, and as a crossroads for city life and short walks through the capital.
How to Get to Garegin Nzhdeh Square #
Garegin Nzhdeh Square is within Yerevan city limits and is reachable by the city’s bus network and taxi services from central Yerevan. It is a short drive from Republic Square.
Tips for Visiting Garegin Nzhdeh Square #
- If visiting from central Yerevan, combine the square with a walk toward the nearby Cascade for a dose of Soviet-era urban fabric and modern coffee shops.
- Look for plaques or city signage explaining the square's namesake - Garegin Nzhdeh - to contextualize the monuments here.
- Avoid political demonstrations; squares named after historical figures can be gathering points for civic events.
Best Time to Visit Garegin Nzhdeh Square #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for wandering Yerevan's squares and avenues.
Weather & Climate near Garegin Nzhdeh Square #
Garegin Nzhdeh Square's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 50 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 11 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 11 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.