The Yerevan Cascade Fountain
Armenia, Yerevan, Tamanyan Street, Yerevan, Armenia
Description:
The architectural ensemble “Cascade” is a majestic stone structure of Yerevan, consisting of a series of artificial waterfalls framed by pedestrian stairs. The total height of the monument is 302 m, the number of steps is 572.
The construction of the ensemble was conceived by Soviet architects in 1924. Work began in 1980, but was not completed due to the Spitak earthquake and the collapse of the USSR. We returned to the idea of creating the Cascade in 2009. By 2011, the monument has acquired a modern look, but the upper tier as of 2021 remains unfinished. In addition to the pedestrian zone, the complex includes the Aznavour Center and the Arts Center. Located on the street. Tamayana. You can get there by public transport or by personal car.