Armenia is landlocked in the southern Caucasus. Located between the Black and Caspian Seas, the country is bordered on the north and east by Georgia and Azerbaijan, and on the south and west by Iran and Turkey. Armenia is divided into ten provinces (marz), with the city of Yerevan having special administrative status as the country's capital. In Yerevan, the chief executive is the mayor, appointed by the president. The eleven provinces of Armenia are: Shirak, Lori, Tavush, Aragatsotn, Armavir, Yerevan, Ararat, Kotayk, Gegharkunik, Vayots Dzor, Syunik..

The climate in Armenia is markedly continental. Summers are dry and sunny, lasting from June to mid-September. The temperature fluctuates between 22 °C (71.6 °F) and 36 °C (96.8 °F). However, the low humidity level mitigates the effect of high temperatures. Evening breezes blowing down the mountains provide a welcome refreshing and cooling effect. Springs are short, while falls are long. Autumns are known for their vibrant and colorful foliage. Winters are quite cold with plenty of snow, with temperatures ranging between −10 °C (14 °F) and −5 °C (23 °F). Winter sports enthusiasts enjoy skiing down the hills of Tsakhkadzor, located thirty minutes outside Yerevan. Lake Sevan nestled up in the Armenian highlands, is the second largest lake in the world relative to its altitude, 1,900 metres (6,234 ft) above sea level.

The predominant religion in Armenia is Christianity. Armenia was the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion, an event traditionally dated to AD 301.And in 2001 Armenia celebrated the 1700 anniversary of Christianity. The official name of the Armenian Church is Armenian Apostolic Church. The roots of the Armenian Church go back to the first century.

The official language in Armenia is Armenian, which is one of the oldest languages in the world. The Armenian alphabet was invented in AD 405 by Saint Mesrob Mashtots and consists of thirty-eight letters. Second languages are Russian & English, in which You can communicate in also everywhere. The currency is Dram (AMD) , there are lot of exchange ( in the banks, supermarkets, ) where you can easily change your money into Armenian Dram( 1$ = 380 AMD, 1 EUR = 519 AMD ). It’s easy to get an taxi by a call or just from the street, the rates are not expensive , from one side of Yerevan to the other will cost proximately 2500AMD.

“Zvartnots” Armenian International Airport is 15 min far from City Centre, & it’s easy to get their by taxi which will cost proximately 2000 AMD , or by public transport which will be much cheaper.

If You don’t have Armenian passport, then you need to get an entree visa. You can get it from the embassy of Armenia in your country, or upon you arrival in “Zvartnots” Airports or Meghry land border with Iran. The 21 days entree visa costs 3000 AMD, the transit visa is 10 000 AMD, the 120 days visa is 15 000 AMD, under the age of 18 is free of charge. There is also a list of countries that don’t need any entree visas to Armenia, you can find the list and other information about visas in www.armeniaforeignministry.com . During your arrival in Armenia if you bring with you more then 15 000 ERU (or equivalent currency), you should write an declaration form. And during your departure the maximum amount you can take with you should be more then 5 million AMD (or equivalent foreign currency).

During your stay it’s very easy to get a telephone card for your mobile phone, you can buy it both from the brand stands or markets, there are brand stands(Vivacell,Beeline, Orange) in airport too.

Armenia is an old historical country and has known with rich culture, also in every corner of the country you can find an old Christian Church with great architecture or an ancient castle. There are also many historical monuments, museum and art galleries where you can enjoy your time by learning about Armenian history and culture. To manage your time to see the sightseeing of Armenia and spend your days grateful during your holiday it’s better to get tours. The “Tatev TTT” travel agency which has more then 20 years of experience , offers the interesting tours across Armenia and city tours in Yerevan, with Multilanguage speaking guides and transfers. You can find the best tours and contact them online at: www.tatev.com or in Yerevan tel.: (0037410) 524401. While there are many sightseeing, you can spend your time also by shopping in the city centre , or just walking in the evening breeze. The open air cafés and restaurants also welcomes you , specially in summer time. Armenians are very friendly and hospitable and be sure you will miss Armenia till your next trip!