YEREVAN CHRONOLOGY

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2011

On July 7, Lyon Park has been opened as a symbol of friendship between Yerevan and Lyon. In 2010-2011 with the support of the City of Lyon, the park was completely renovated.

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1879

The construction of Erivan's first town hall began, as did the construction of the city's first theatre.

1936

The town name Erivan, which was its Russian name, was officially replaced with Yerevan.