The Umbrellas: Famous sculpture in Thessaloniki lights up in colours of the Armenian flag to mark Independence Day

On the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, The Umbrellas – the favourite Thessaloniki sculpture by George Zongolopoulos was illuminated in the colours of the Armenian flag at the initiative of the City Hall and the Honorary Consulate of Armenia.

The Municipality of Pylaia-Chortiatis displayed the Armenian flag in front of the City Hall.

The Armenian flag was also flown on the City Hall of Ampelokipi-Menemenii building. Mayor Lazaro Kyrizoglou said: “We express our warmest congratulations to our fellow Armenian people and our sincere wishes for progress and prosperity. “

The Municipality of Neapoli-Sykies raised the flag of Armenia in the City Hall with Mayor Simo Danilides saying: “Today we honour the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, but also the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Greece and Armenia, and we stand unanimously by Armenian brothers who are facing a new challenge and emphasize our firm support for independence and territorial integrity.”

Armenia’s Honorary Consul to Thessaloniki Akis Dagazian thanked the municipal authorities and said: “We honour Armenia’s Independence Day in the city that has welcomed countless generations of Armenians over time.

This year we celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations between Greece and Armenia, with the two states facing geopolitical challenges but also dedicated to respecting international law and protecting territorial integrity and sovereignty.”