PRESS RELEASE
Wales-Armenia Solidarity
Contact: E. Williams
Cardiff, Wales
Tel: 07870267447
Email: [email protected]
WALES-ARMENIA SOLIDARITY
UNITING THE WELSH AND ARMENIANS
Saturday 3rd November 2007 at 1.00pm
The historic consecration of a khatchkar will take place in Cardiff, in the
presence of dignitaries and communities from three countries.
Wales has distinguished itself by being the first country within the UK to
recognise the Armenian Genocide at both national and regional levels.
This event is unique for a number of reasons.
This is the first time a plot of land has been allocated in a public area
within the UK for a memorial to the victims of the Armenian Genocide.
The stone is Welsh, the design is Armenian, the stonemason is Welsh and the
inscription is by the hand of a Bishop of the Armenian Apostolic Church.
The commemorative words are in Welsh, Armenian and English.
The religious dedication will be by,
H.G. Bishop Nathan Hovhannisian
with supporting clergy and choir.
This will be followed by a reception in the Temple of Peace in whose grounds
the khatchkar will be located.
Please pencil in your attendance for the special day.
Cardiff and its surrounding area has many attractions so consider a full day
or even a weekend to coincide with this consecration.
Supported by,
Armenia Solidarity
British-Armenian All-Party Parliamentary Group
Nor Serount Publications
Armenian Genocide Trust
To add your support to this unique event please contact Eilian Williams on
07718 982 732
[email protected]