Cascade, from Soviet to Contemporary

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Discover the magnificience of Cascade Monument Complex at the heart of Yerevan


Cascade Monument Complex is a massive complex located at the heart of Yerevan full of restaurants, bars, and art. Initiated during the 20th century in Soviet time, the building was finally completed during 21st through the renovation of Cafesjian Foundation. The complex hosts a great collection of contemporary art inside and outside the building, and presents armenian ornaments all along the stairs with water and flower features. 

From Cascade, we can get  beautiful view of the city as well as Mount Ararat. For this tour, we will first go up from inside through the elevator, and then walk down from the outside. We will go as well to the Monument on top of Cascade and explain its architecture and symbolism while enjoying a panoramic view of Yerevan.

This walking tour will be focused on the Cascade Complex and the landmarks of Yerevan that can be seen from Cascade.

 

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  • Starting location: Cascade (in front of Alexander Tamanyan Statue)
  • Our Vicken Tours guide will be standing there.
  • Duration: 2h
  • Walking Distance: 1km
  • Level: Easy
  • Requirements: Walking shoes, Bottle of Water, Sun Protection

Highlights

  • Cascade Monument history
  • Cascade outside Contemporary Art 
  • Cascade inside Contemporary Art
  • Monument on top of Cascade
  • Landmarks of Yerevan