World War II memorial in Akhuryan
Monument World War II memorial honoring local fallen soldiers
A local World War II memorial in Akhuryan, Armenia; visited by residents and visitors for remembrance ceremonies and to honor wartime history.
The World War II memorial in Akhuryan is a commemorative monument located in Akhuryan, Shirak Province, Armenia. It is identified as a local memorial honoring World War II in that community.
The site functions as a public memorial; specific form (statue, plaque, obelisk) and onsite inscriptions are not detailed in the provided information. Visitor facilities and opening hours are not documented here.
The memorial is dedicated to events and participants of the Second World War; no construction date, sculptor, or dedication ceremony details are available in the supplied data.
Standing in Akhuryan within Shirak Province, the monument is recorded at latitude 40.7807 and longitude 43.9057. The entry identifies the memorial by place and coordinates only.
- Coordinates: 40.7807 N, 43.9057 E
How to Get to World War II memorial in Akhuryan #
Akhuryan is in Shirak Province in northwest Armenia, near the town of Gyumri. It is accessible by road from Gyumri; regional buses and taxis operate between towns. From Yerevan, the drive to Shirak Province takes several hours by highway.
Tips for Visiting World War II memorial in Akhuryan #
- Look for inscriptions: local World War II memorials in Armenia typically list names and dates in Armenian script - a photo helps if one wants to translate later.
- Combine a visit with nearby town exploration; memorials are often sited near community squares, churches or municipal buildings.
- If attending a remembrance ceremony (May 9 is Victory Day in the post-Soviet space), expect local crowds and floral tributes.
Best Time to Visit World War II memorial in Akhuryan #
Spring through early autumn is the best practical time to visit monuments in Shirak Province.
Weather & Climate near World War II memorial in Akhuryan #
World War II memorial in Akhuryan'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 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -13°C. The driest month with just 18 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 85 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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