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Armenia — silhouette, capital and facts
Armenia is in Asia and its capital is Yerevan. With about 2.8 million people and 29,743 km², it ranks 138th in area and 136th in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of Armenia, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Yerevan
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- about 2.8 million
- Area
- 29,743 km²
- Language
- Armenian
- Currency
- Dram
- Flag colors
- red, blue, orange
Borders
Armenia shares a land border with 4 countries: Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Iran.
Fun facts about Armenia
- Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion, in the year 301.
- From central Yerevan you can see Mount Ararat, a national symbol that now lies on the Turkish side of the border.
- The Armenian alphabet, with 36 original letters, was created by the monk Mesrop Mashtots around 405.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of Armenia?
The capital of Armenia is Yerevan.
Which continent is Armenia in?
Armenia is in Asia.
Which countries border Armenia?
Armenia shares a land border with 4 countries: Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Iran.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of Armenia?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. Armenia is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about Armenia?
Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion, in the year 301. From central Yerevan you can see Mount Ararat, a national symbol that now lies on the Turkish side of the border. The Armenian alphabet, with 36 original letters, was created by the monk Mesrop Mashtots around 405.
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