Les Lilas, France, Armenian Genocide Memorial Khachkar
| Subject: | The victims of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. (view image) |
| Type of Memorial: | Monumental Sculpture |
| Sponsor(s): | Town of Les Lilas & local Armenian community. |
| Architect/Designer/Artist: | David Yérévantzi |
| Placement: | Freestanding sculptural work in a public space. |
| Physical Setting: | Cemetery |
| Tourist Amenities: | Yes |
| Physical Condition: | Very well preserved. |
| Location: | 47 rue de l’Egalité Les Lilas, France |
| Construction Began: | 1998-1999 |
| Construction Completed: | 2000 |
| Dedication Date: | May 23, 2000 |
| Notable Visitors: | The opening ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Les Lilas, Jean Jacques Salle, Armenia's Ambassador to France, Edward Nalbandian, state and political leaders, as well as by the clergy and representatives of the local Armenian community. |
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