YEREVAN CHRONOLOGY
1933
The Opera and Ballet Theater launched with "Almast" opera, by Alexander Spendiarov.
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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.
1991
Vladimir Lenin's monument was dismantled, prior to the independence of Armenia. The statue was erected in 1940.
