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Grand Tobacco Factory (Armenia)

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The Grand Tobacco Factory is a dominant player in Armenia's tobacco industry, headquartered in Yerevan. Founded in 1997, the company is part of the Grand Holding, one of the country's largest industrial conglomerates and taxpayers, which also includes businesses in confectionery and other industries. Grand Tobacco has rapidly grown to become a leading manufacturer of cigarettes in the Caucasus. The factory is equipped with modern machinery and produces a wide range of cigarette brands, catering to both the domestic market and exports to dozens of countries, primarily in the Middle East and former Soviet republics. The company's operations are vertically integrated, from processing tobacco leaves to manufacturing filters and packaging materials. As one of the largest employers in the country, Grand Tobacco provides thousands of jobs. However, the company's success and dominance in the Armenian market have also sparked debates about public health and the need for stricter tobacco control regulations in the country.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Grand Tobacco Factory in Yerevan plays a significant role in the regional economy, serving as a major cigarette manufacturer for the domestic market in the Caucasus.
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Visiting
As an active industrial production facility, the interior is typically closed to the general public, prioritizing security and uninterrupted manufacturing processes.
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Where to view it
The extensive buildings and the overall factory grounds are best viewed from the surrounding public streets while exploring the respective industrial district.
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Local products
While direct factory sales are unlikely, the tobacco products manufactured here are readily available in almost every local shop and kiosk across the region.
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Active season
Production typically runs year-round on regular working days, making these periods the times of greatest activity and bustle around the factory premises.
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Nearby
A detour to this district can be easily combined with exploring other parts of Yerevan, providing a broader perspective on the city's diverse economic facets.

Geography

Coordinates
40.14190, 44.49390

Facts

  • One of the largest tobacco manufacturing companies in the Caucasus.
  • Produces cigarettes for both domestic consumption and export.
  • Part of the larger Grand Holding corporate group.
  • A significant contributor to national tax revenues.

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Sights in the town Grand Tobacco Factory (11)

Theatre Kayaran🎭 culture

A local theatre in the Kayaran district staging contemporary Armenian performances.

Museum of Armenian Railways🏛 museum

Located at the Yerevan railway station, this museum exhibits the history of Armenian rail transport.

🕒 Mo-Fr 10:00-17:00🆓

Movses Gorgisyan🏺 historical

A monument dedicated to the national hero and politician Movses Gorgisyan.

Metro t`atron-stowdia🎭 culture

A theatre studio founded in 1992, specializing in experimental performances.

Art Galleriia🏛 museum

An art gallery exhibiting contemporary works by local Armenian artists.

Teishebaini📍 landmark

The ruins of an ancient Urartian fortress situated on the Karmir Blur hill.

Church of the Exaltation of the Cross⛪ religious

A Russian Orthodox church consecrated in 2017, featuring distinctive blue domes.

Shengavit Settlemen📍 landmark

An important archaeological site encompassing remains of an Early Bronze Age settlement.

Holy Vartanants Martyrs Church⛪ religious

A modern Armenian Apostolic church dedicated to the martyrs of the Battle of Avarayr.

Grace of God International Church📍 landmark

An international Christian community center for prayer and fellowship.

"Charbakh Market"🎭 culture

A busy marketplace in the Charbakh district offering everyday goods.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What is the Grand Tobacco factory?
It is a tobacco production site in Armenia. For visitors, it is more of an industrial and economic place than an attraction.
Is the factory open to the public?
Usually not. Production sites are typically open only to authorized guests or business appointments.
What is Grand Tobacco known for?
For brand production and its role in Armenia’s consumer goods sector. In travel terms, it represents modern industry.
When is it worth checking out the area?
Daytime is best if you want to understand the industrial and urban setting. For sightseeing, central Yerevan matters more.
What is nearby?
Depending on the exact location, Yerevan’s transport and districts are within reach. Travelers can combine it well with city tours.
Grand Tobacco Factory: where is it located?
Grand Tobacco Factory is located in Armenia.
Grand Tobacco Factory: what is there to see?
Highlights include Theatre Kayaran, Museum of Armenian Railways, Movses Gorgisyan.
Grand Tobacco Factory: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is May, Jun, Sep.
Grand Tobacco Factory: why is it worth visiting?
The Grand Tobacco Factory is a dominant player in Armenia's tobacco industry, headquartered in Yerevan.
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