
ArmInfo. On June 20, RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan visited the Yerevan Botanical Garden, where he inspected the construction work of the "Square of Life."
The Prime Minister was accompanied by Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister Arayik Harutyunyan, Deputy Mayor of Yerevan Armen Pambukhchyan, and other senior officials, the government press service reported.
During the tour, the Prime Minister was informed that the park is being built on an area of approximately 50 hectares. An alley and bike path have already been built, and reconstruction of the cascading staircases is underway. The total area of the park is approximately 30,000 square meters. Bicycle paths with a total length of approximately 3.5 kilometers are being constructed along the alleys.
Approximately 16,000 trees and shrubs are planned to be planted, as well as an artificial pond. A new 20- kilometer irrigation system is being installed, along with a pumping station, which will ensure the maintenance of not only the "Square of Life" but also the vegetation of the entire park. Outdoor lighting is also being modernized. A new lighting network, including 350 electric poles, has been installed in all the alleys.
As part of the ongoing work, approximately 900 meters of sidewalk adjacent to Tsarav Aghbyur Street have been repaired. Parking for 280 cars is planned near the main entrance. A small parking lot for people with disabilities is also planned. The former main entrance is undergoing reconstruction. AMD 5.026 billion has been allocated from the state budget for the construction of the square.
During the inspection, several issues related to the construction work and the design were noted.
The Prime Minister instructed those responsible to pay special attention to the quality of construction work and make any necessary adjustments, including to the design, and present them for discussion in the near future.
It should be noted that the "Square of Life" is dedicated to the memory of the martyrs of all Artsakh wars. It is planned to include recreational areas, alleys, bicycle paths, a stepped cascade, and a culminating section symbolizing the lives of these heroes and martyrs for the Motherland.