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Armenia

Republic of Armenia

Asia · Western Asia

Capital
Yerevan
Population
3.0M
Area
29,743 km²
Region
Western Asia
Languages
Armenian
Currency
Armenian dram (֏)

Location on the World Map

Armenia
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Neighbouring countries (4)

Famous Personality

Charles Aznavour

musician

He was a world-famous singer-songwriter of Armenian heritage and one of the most celebrated francophone artists.

Local Delicacy

Khorovats

Armenia's beloved grilled meat barbecue is a staple of festive meals.

National Symbols

National animalGolden eagle
National birdGolden eagle

Famous Landmark & Geography

Mount Ararat, a famous landmark of Armenia

Mount Ararat

Though now in Turkey, the mountain is the most powerful national symbol associated with Armenia.

Agriculture & Produce

Most grown cropWheat

Wheat is Armenia's main staple field crop and a central part of its arable farming.

Most grown fruitApricot

Apricots are Armenia's most iconic fruit and a major symbol of the country.

Major Cities

Yerevan Gyumri Vanadzor Vagharshapat Hrazdan

Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)

1Mount Aragats4,090 m
2Kaputjugh3,906 m
3Azhdahak3,597 m
4Mount Ishkhanasar3,552 m

Major Airports

Zvartnots International Airport · Yerevan
IATA EVNICAO UDYZ
Shirak International Airport · Gyumri
IATA LWNICAO UDSG

Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)

1
Duduk

The duduk is Armenia's most iconic instrument, famed for its warm reed tone in folk and art music.

2
Dhol

The dhol is a leading Armenian drum used in dances, weddings, and festive ensembles.

3
Zurna

The piercing zurna is commonly paired with dhol in Armenian outdoor celebrations.

4
Kanun

The kanun is an important plucked zither in Armenian traditional and urban music.

5
Kamancha

The bowed kamancha has a respected place in Armenian classical and folk traditions.

Major Rivers

Aras River Hrazdan River Debed River Akhuryan River

Bordering Countries

AzerbaijanGeorgiaIranTürkiye

Traditional Dress

Local people in the traditional dress of Armenia

Traditional Armenian taraz (illustration)