The opening of the David of Sassoun statue (sculptor Yervand Kochar) took place in the square near the railway station.
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1961
The 1st terminal of the airport was built, which has not survived.
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.
