Stepan Shahumyan Monument
Monument Soviet-era monument honoring Armenian Bolshevik Stepan Shahumyan
The Stepan Shahumyan Monument in Yerevan commemorates a Bolshevik-era Armenian leader; visitors stop to view the sculpture and explore nearby sites tied to 20th-century local history.
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The Stepan Shahumyan Monument is a public statue in Yerevan honoring Stepan Shahumyan, an early 20th-century Bolshevik political leader of Armenian origin. The monument forms part of the city’s collection of Soviet-period public memorials.
It functions as a civic monument and local landmark within the urban fabric and is commonly visited as part of walks that highlight Yerevan’s historical and political memorials. The sculpture occupies public space and is viewable from surrounding streets and plazas.
Erected to commemorate Shahumyan’s political role, the monument remains a point of reference in discussions of Armenia’s Soviet past and public commemoration practices.
Situated within Yerevan, the monument is accessible from central districts and is integrated into the city’s pedestrian and transport networks.
- Context: The monument commemorates an early 20th-century Bolshevik leader of Armenian origin and is an example of Soviet-era memorials that remain in Yerevan's public landscape.
How to Get to Stepan Shahumyan Monument #
The monument is centrally located in Yerevan and reachable on foot from Republic Square or via local buses and taxis. Exact location details and nearby transit stops can be obtained from local maps and municipal information.
Tips for Visiting Stepan Shahumyan Monument #
- Combine a visit with other central Yerevan monuments and museums for an afternoon of civic history.
- Late afternoon light is often best for photography, especially for bronze reliefs and bas-relief detail.
- Check local sources if attending commemorative events - monuments sometimes host ceremonies on anniversaries.
Best Time to Visit Stepan Shahumyan Monument #
Spring through fall offers the most comfortable conditions for city exploration and monument visits.
Weather & Climate near Stepan Shahumyan Monument #
Stepan Shahumyan Monument'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 30°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 3°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°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 (41 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 55 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 (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall 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 12 mm.
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October
October is cool with highs of 18°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.
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