About Armenia

Armenia is a nation, and former Soviet republic, in the mountainous Caucasus region between Asia and Europe. Among the earliest Christian civilizations, it’s defined by religious sites including the Greco-Roman Temple of Garni and 4th-century Etchmiadzin Cathedral, headquarters of the Armenian Church. KhorVirap Monastery is a pilgrimage site near Mount Ararat, a dormant volcano just across the border in Turkey. It is a part of the Caucasus region; and is bordered by Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, the Lachin corridor under a Russian peacekeeping forceand Azerbaijan proper to the east, and Iran and Azerbaijan's exclave of Nakhchivan to the south The land rises to 4,090 meters (13,419 feet) above sea level at Mount Aragats, and no point is below 390 meters (1,280 ft) above sea level.Average elevation of the country area is 10th highest in the world and it has 85.9% mountain area, more than Switzerland or Nepal.It contains two terrestrial Eco regions: Caucasus mixed forests and Eastern Anatolian Montana steppe. On 21 September 1991, Armenia officially declared its statehood after the failed August coup in Moscow, RSFSR. LevonTer-Petrosyan was popularly elected the first President of the newly independent Republic of Armenia on 16 October 1991.

He had risen to prominence by leading the Karabakh movement for the unification of the Armenian-populated Nagorno-Karabakh. On 26 December 1991, the Soviet Union ceased to exist and Armenia's independence was recognized. In the 21st century Armenia faces many hardships. It has made a full switch to a market economy. One study ranks it the 41st most "economically free" nation in the world, as of 2014. its relations with Europe, the Arab League, and the Commonwealth of Independent States have allowed Armenia to increase trade. Gas, oil, and other supplies come through two vital routes: Iran and Georgia. As of 2016, Armenia maintained cordial relations with both countries. The 2018 Armenian Revolution was a series of anti-government protests in Armenia from April to May 2018 staged by various political and civil groups led by a member of the Armenian parliament — NikolPashinyan (head of the Civil Contract party). Protests and marches took place initially in response to SerzhSargsyan's third consecutive term as President of Armenia and later against the Republican Party controlled government in general.Pashinyan declared it a "velvet revolution. On 27 September 2020, a full-scale war erupted due to the unresolved Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Both the armed forces of Armenia and Azerbaijan reported military and civilian casualties. The Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire agreement to end the six-week war between Armenia and Azerbaijan was seen by many as Armenia's defeat and capitulation. Armenia is included in the European Union's European Neighborhood Policy (ENP) and participates in both the Eastern Partnership and the Euronest Parliamentary Assembly, which aims at bringing the EU and its neighbors closer. The Armenia-EU Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was signed on 24 November 2017. The agreement further develops cooperation in economic, trade and political areas, aims to improve investment climate, and is designed to bring Armenian law gradually closer to the EU acquit.

Country: Armenia
Capital: Yerevan
Largest city: Yerevan
Currency: Armenian Dram
Official Language:Armenian
Continent: Armenia is located right in the middle of Europe and Asia.
Religion:As of 2011, most Armenians are Christians (97%) and are members of Armenia's own church, the Armenian Apostolic Church, which is one of the oldest Christian churches. It was founded in the 1st century AD, and in 301 AD became the first branch of Christianity to become a state religion.
Weather:Summer +25 Degree, winter -14 Degree
Population:296, 8127
Total area: (sq. km): 29,743
Government: Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the financial and technical assistance provided by the U.S. Government to Armenia's.
Neighbouring countries:A landlocked country with Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, and Azerbaijan to the east, Armenia boasts a history longer than most European countries.