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Armenia

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Armenia is a landlocked, mountainous country in the South Caucasus with its capital at Yerevan, founded in the eighth century BCE. Traditionally dated to 301 CE, it was the first nation to adopt Christianity as a state religion, and the Armenian Apostolic Church remains central to national identity; UNESCO-listed sites include Etchmiadzin Cathedral and the rock-cut Geghard Monastery. Lake Sevan is the largest lake in the Caucasus, and most of the country lies above 1,000 meters in elevation.

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Why is Armenia associated with the year 301 CE?

Armenia is traditionally dated as adopting Christianity as its state religion in 301 CE. The Armenian Apostolic Church remains a central institution in the country today.

What is Armenia’s capital and where is the country located?

Yerevan is Armenia’s capital, and the city’s history reaches back to the eighth century BCE. Armenia is a landlocked, mountainous country in the South Caucasus.

Is Armenia part of Europe or Asia?

Armenia is generally described as a South Caucasus country at the boundary of Europe and Asia. Its regional neighbors include Georgia, Azerbaijan, Iran, and Turkey.

What kind of landscape does Armenia have?

Armenia is largely mountainous and has no coastline because it is landlocked. Its highland geography strongly shapes travel, settlement, and climate across the country.