Armenia is a small mountainous country that only gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. It has an area of approximately 11,600 square miles (30,000 square kilometers. It shares a border with the Republic of Georgia, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Iran. The capital city of Yerevan houses one-third of Armenia’s total population.
Key Facts About Armenia
| Location | A landlocked country with Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, and Azerbaijan to the east |
| Capital | Yerevan |
| Currency | Armenian Dram |
| Currency Conversion | 1AMD= 0.0021USD |
| Climate | Warm and temperate with four seasons |
| Population | 3 million (2019 est.) |
| Religion | Mostly Christians |
| Language | Armenian is the National Language |
Top Tourist Attractions in Armenia
- Lake Sevan
- Noravank Monastery
- Khor Virap Monastery
- Echmiadzin Cathedral
- Noravank Gorge
- Gyumri
- Amberd Fortress
- Dvin Archeological Site
- Geghard Monastery
- Selim Pass
- Tatev Monastery
Check out our list of the 7 Most Beautiful Places in Armenia!