YEREVAN CHRONOLOGY

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1679


On June 4, a strong earthquake completely destroyed the town. The Yerevan Fortress was destroyed completely, so were the following churches: Poghos-Petros, Katoghike, Zoravor and the Gethsemane Chapel.


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2010


On May 24, the underground parking for 500 cars built under Yerevan Freedom Square was opened.

1912-1913


It’s said that the first vehicle appeared in the city. It was brought from Tbilisi. Name of the first driver was Vardan, although in the city he was known as Mashti.