Celebration of 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence starts in Switzerland

PanARMENIAN.Net - The exhibition of fine art works of young Armenian artists Arevik Mkrtchyan and Anna Harutyunyan dated to the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence opened in Locarno, Switzerland, July 28 and will last till October 28.

As the Armenian Foreign Ministry’s press service reports, the exhibition was organized at the initiative of Ticino canton’s Education, Culture and Sports Committee, in cooperation with the Armenian Embassy in Switzerland, Locarno benevolent committee and organizational commission on cultural affairs.

The message of the world renowned chansonnier Charles Aznavour, Ambassador of Armenia in Switzerland has been voiced at the opening ceremony, which particularly said that organization of the event in the framework of the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence demonstrates Armenia’s attitude as independent and stable state towards its history and cultural heritage, at the same time showing the strive of the country and people for building its future day through peaceful and creative work.

Within the frames of the events dated to the Independence Day of Armenia, it is planned to organize screening of the film about Armenia in Locarno Aug. 25, presentation of KASA and Sun Child Swiss organizations activity operating in Armenia Sept. 22, as well as presentation of Armenian national cuisine on Oct.8.