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Architecture of Armenia: Centuries Frozen in Tuff

Nov15Sun, November 1518:45
The Club40 Tumanyan St, Yerevan 0010, Armenia
7500 AMD; after Tuesday evening, 9500 AMD
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Lecture by art historian, architecture historian, and film critic Dmitry Kotov on the rich heritage and distinct features of Armenian architecture. From ancient temples and neoclassical public buildings to modernism and contemporary architecture, the talk explores why Armenian architecture is so traditional and original, how architects engaged with religious symbols during times of church persecution, how they created unique masterpieces within established canons, and how national architecture reflects climate, geography, spiritual context, and cultural code. Duration: about 2.5 hours. The ticket includes a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic beverage. Price conditions: 7,500 AMD until the evening of November 10; 9,500 AMD after.

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Organizers of art-focused lectures and guided museum excursions in Yerevan. They run evening talks and museum tours (often in cafés or the National Gallery) led by art historians, with paid tickets and a relaxed, social vibe.

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Architecture of Armenia: Centuries Frozen in Tuff

Nov15Sun, November 1518:45
The Club40 Tumanyan St, Yerevan 0010, Armenia
7500 AMD; after Tuesday evening, 9500 AMD
Translated

Lecture by art historian, architecture historian, and film critic Dmitry Kotov on the rich heritage and distinct features of Armenian architecture. From ancient temples and neoclassical public buildings to modernism and contemporary architecture, the talk explores why Armenian architecture is so traditional and original, how architects engaged with religious symbols during times of church persecution, how they created unique masterpieces within established canons, and how national architecture reflects climate, geography, spiritual context, and cultural code. Duration: about 2.5 hours. The ticket includes a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic beverage. Price conditions: 7,500 AMD until the evening of November 10; 9,500 AMD after.

Organizer

Organizers of art-focused lectures and guided museum excursions in Yerevan. They run evening talks and museum tours (often in cafés or the National Gallery) led by art historians, with paid tickets and a relaxed, social vibe.

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