Highlights
- One of the oldest and most significant railway stations in Armenia
- Established in 1897
- First train arrived in 1899 from Tiflis (Tbilisi)
- Became a major regional railway hub
- Connected Gyumri with Yerevan, Kars, Julfa, and Tabriz
- Current building constructed in the 1970s
- Architect: Rafik Yegoyan
- Example of Soviet modernist architecture
- Still operates as a key transportation hub today
Did You Know?
- Gyumri’s railway hub is considered one of the oldest railway centers in Armenia.
- The construction of the railway significantly contributed to the economic growth of Alexandropol.
- By 1899, Gyumri had become one of the key railway hubs in the Caucasus region.
- The station continued operating during both Soviet and post-Soviet periods, maintaining its strategic importance.
- At one point, the railway served as Armenia’s main connection to the outside world.
Recommended Restaurants & Cafés
Gwoog Gastrohouse
“Gwoog Gastrohouse" is a gastro house in Gyumri with an intriguing and unusual name a place where, from the very entrance, the captivating aroma of dried fruit soup made with apricots and raisins transports you to the unforgettable scents of childhood. Our small yet cozy hall is filled with a unique, family-like warmth.
Nearest Places
Dramatic Theatre
The Vardan Ajemian State Drama Theatre of Gyumri is one of the most important cultural institutions in Armenia and a key cultural symbol of the city. The theatre was founded in 1865, making it one of the oldest continuously operating theatres in the country. The theatre is named after renowned director and theatre figure Vardan Ajemian, who made a significant contribution to the development of Armenian theatre. Over the years, numerous classical and contemporary performances have been staged here, shaping Gyumri’s rich theatrical traditions. The current building was constructed during the Soviet period and is notable for its monumental architectural style. Despite the devastating 1988 earthquake, the theatre continued its activity, maintaining its important role in the cultural life of the city. Today, the drama theatre remains one of the main cultural centers of Gyumri, presenting diverse performances and contributing to the city’s vibrant artistic scene.
Museum of national architecture and urban life
The Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life of Gyumri is a state-run cultural institution in Gyumri, Armenia, dedicated to preserving the architectural and social heritage of the city once known as Alexandropol. Established in 1984, it occupies the historic Dzitoghtsyan family mansion, an emblematic 19th-century residence built in 1872 from red tuff stone native to Shirak.
