Yot Verk Church (The Seven Wounds) which is also known as Sourb Astvatsatsin ( St. Virgin Mary) is located in Gyumri, Armenia. Earlier it was a chapel erected by Kamsarakan princes, where the icon “The Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary” was kept. That’s why the church built later was named Yot Verk (translated from Arm. “seven wounds”). The construction of the church started in 1873 and ended in 1884. It was consecrated by Catholicos Gevorg V. 

In the 1850s, amid tensions between different religious groups in Alexandropol-Gyumri, the Armenian Apostolic Church built a grand new church to rival the existing Armenian Catholic and Greek Orthodox churches. Designed by the renowned architect Tadeos Andikyan and completed in 1872, the Holy Saviour Church was inspired by the Cathedral of Ani but is notably larger. 

Surviving the 1926 earthquake, the church was repurposed by the Soviet government as a museum and later a concert hall, with its belfry restored in 1964.

Vartanants Square, the central square of Gyumri, Armenia, is bordered by Abovyan, Gai, Shahumyan, and Vahan Cheraz streets. Established in the 1930s under Soviet rule, it was originally named May Uprising Square. 

The square features several fountains and a prominent memorial to the Battle of Avarayr, including an equestrian statue of Vartan Mamikonian and figures like Catholicos Hovsep I and Ghevond Yerets. 

Notable buildings around the square include the Gyumri City Hall (1933), the 19th-century Church of the Holy Saviour, the Cathedral of the Holy Mother of God, and a historic hotel from 1927. 

Pope Francis visited the square on 25 June 2016, joined by Catholicos Garegin II.

The Museum of National Architecture and Urban Life in Gyumri highlights Armenia's architectural and urban history. Located centrally, it features exhibits on traditional Armenian architecture, urban planning, and local craftsmanship. Visitors can explore detailed models, historical artifacts, and learn about the evolution of Gyumri's cityscape, offering a rich insight into the region's cultural heritage.

The Black Fortress is a historic landmark with a commanding presence in the city. Built in the 19th century, this imposing structure was originally designed as a military fortification. Its dark, weathered stone gives it a distinctive appearance and contributes to its name.

The castle's robust design reflects the architectural style of its era, and it has served various purposes over the years, including as a strategic military post. Today, the Black Castle stands as a prominent historical site and symbol of Gyumri’s rich past. Its dramatic silhouette and historical significance make it a key attraction for visitors interested in the city’s heritage.