Armenia is a Country in the MoriAtlas geographic dataset. It is used as a structured place record for organizing nearby regions, countries, and protected-area discovery, and where relevant it can also act as part of the broader geographic area of Europe.

How large and how populated is Armenia?

Armenia covers approximately 29,743 square kilometers and has an available population figure of 3,081,100, recorded for 2,025. Taken together, these numbers give a much better sense of the location’s real scale than either figure would on its own.

Which countries or regions are associated with Armenia?

Armenia is associated with the following country or countries: Armenia. Where more detailed internal geography is available, it is also associated with the following region or regions: Gegharkunik Province, Shirak Province, Syunik Province, Tavush Province. This helps show whether the location is narrowly bounded or connected to a wider network of places.

What are the official and native names of Armenia?

The official name of Armenia is Republic of Armenia, and its native name is Հայաստանի Հանրապետություն. These naming forms add useful legal, linguistic, and local context beyond the shorter common name used in English interfaces.

What language and time zone information is associated with Armenia?

Armenia is associated with the following language codes: hy, and with the time zone America/Bogota. These are practical metadata points that help the place profile work better across localization, search, and international geographic browsing.

Is Armenia considered mountainous?

Yes. Armenia is classified as mountainous in the dataset. That usually suggests stronger relief, more topographic variation, and a physical setting that may support distinctive regional landscapes and park systems.

What are the main country facts for Armenia?

For Armenia, the capital is Yerevan, the largest city is Yerevan, and the associated currency code is AMD. Together, these facts provide a quick practical snapshot of the country beyond its place on the map.

What codes identify Armenia in geographic datasets?

Armenia is identified by the ISO code AM and the country code AM. These standard identifiers are especially useful when connecting MoriAtlas place records to other structured geographic or statistical systems.

Which regions are associated with Armenia?

Armenia is associated with the following region or regions: Gegharkunik Province, Shirak Province, Syunik Province, Tavush Province. This is useful for moving from a country-level overview into more detailed regional park discovery.

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Armenia National Parks and Protected Areas: A Geographic Atlas Exploration

Armenia, a landlocked nation situated in the heart of the Armenian Highlands, offers a rich tapestry of protected natural areas. MoriAtlas provides a structured geographic lens to explore these significant landscapes, from mountain parks to high-altitude wetlands. Discover the mapped boundaries and regional context of Armenia's protected territories, understanding their place within the South Caucasus geography.

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Discover National Parks in Armenia: An Atlas of Protected Areas and Geographic Landscapes

MoriAtlas provides a geographic overview of Armenia's national parks and protected areas, enabling users to explore the distribution of significant conservation landscapes across this South Caucasus nation. Discover mapped protected sites, including diverse mountain and high-altitude lake ecosystems, making Armenia a valuable atlas entry point for regional park discovery and detailed park pages.

Armenia is a landlocked nation in the South Caucasus region of West Asia, located in the Armenian highlands. It shares borders with Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran and the Nakhchivan exclave to the south. Yerevan is the capital and largest city. Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as its official religion in AD 301 and maintains the Armenian Apostolic Church as its primary religious institution.

Armenia is a unitary parliamentary republic located in the South Caucasus region of West Asia. The country occupies the Armenian highlands and has been home to various ancient civilizations including Urartu, which was established around 860 BC. Modern Armenia gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The nation is known for its early adoption of Christianity and rich cultural heritage.

Largest city:Yerevan

Currency code:AMD

ISO code:AM

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Capital

Yerevan

Area

29,743 km²

Population

3,081,100 (2,025)

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Island

Mountainous

Landlocked

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National Parks and Protected Areas in Armenia: A Geographic Atlas Explorer

Discover the diverse range of protected areas and national parks within Armenia through an atlas-focused lens. This geographic overview allows for exploration of Armenia's natural reserves, highlighting their distribution across the Armenian Highlands and South Caucasus region. Engage with a structured dataset of protected landscapes to inform deeper park discovery and regional geographic understanding.

National parkTavush Province

Dilijan National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Forested Terrain in Tavush Province

Explore ancient deciduous forests and medieval sites within this protected area.

Dilijan National Park offers a unique atlas perspective on Armenia's natural and cultural heritage. This protected landscape in Tavush Province is dominated by vast, ancient deciduous forests, including rare yew groves, making it a vital conservation area. Its mountainous terrain, carved by rivers and dotted with medieval monasteries like Haghartsin and Goshavank, provides a rich context for geographic discovery. Users can explore the park's mapped boundaries and understand its significance as a preserved woodland ecosystem within the Caucasus region through its detailed geographic information.

Area: 240 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

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National parkGegharkunik Province

Sevan National Park: High-Altitude Lake and Protected Landscape in Gegharkunik

Explore map context, park boundaries, and regional geography.

Sevan National Park is a vital protected area located in Armenia's Gegharkunik Province, primarily safeguarding the remarkable high-altitude Lake Sevan. Established to protect this significant freshwater ecosystem, the park encompasses diverse surrounding landscapes including wetlands, forests, and steppes. Users exploring this canonical park detail page can delve into its geographic setting within the Armenian highlands, understand its importance as a protected landscape, and access structured data relevant to its unique natural environment. This MoriAtlas entry offers a focused lens on the park's conservation status and its contribution to regional geography.

Area: 342 km²
Established: 1978
IUCN: II
Relief: Highland

Sevan National Park Protected Landscape

National parkSyunik Province

Arevik National Park: Syunik Province's Protected Mountain Landscape and Biodiversity Atlas

Explore mapped boundaries, terrain, and ecosystems.

Arevik National Park offers a detailed look into the geography and protected landscape of Armenia's Syunik Province. This park is defined by the rugged Zangezur mountains and its remarkable vertical ecological zoning, transitioning from semi-desert to alpine environments. Examine its mapped terrain, significant butterfly and bird habitats, and the presence of key mammal species, providing a comprehensive atlas-style understanding of this protected area's natural identity.

Area: 344 km²
Established: 2009
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Arevik National Park Protected Landscape

National parkShirak Province

Lake Arpi National Park: High-Altitude Wetland Protected Landscape in Shirak Province

Mapped boundaries of an important South Caucasus conservation area.

Lake Arpi National Park offers a unique window into high-altitude wetland ecosystems on the Shirak and Javakheti plateau, located at roughly 2000 meters above sea level. Established as a national park in 2009, it protects critical habitats, including the central Lake Arpi, and serves as a vital sanctuary for numerous bird species. This protected area is distinguished by its alpine meadows, significant bird populations, and its distinct geographic setting within Armenia's northwestern region, providing rich context for atlas-based exploration of protected lands.

Area: 250 km²
Established: 2009
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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Explore the physical geography, natural setting, and climate patterns of Armenia through a location-first overview built for travel research, national park discovery, and broader regional context. This section helps explain how landscapes, habitats, and environmental conditions shape what people search for, where they travel, and how they experience protected areas in Armenia.

Armenia geography and landscape

Armenia is situated in the South Caucasus region of West Asia, occupying the Armenian highlands. It is bordered by Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran and the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic to the south. The country is landlocked, though it historically had access to the Caspian Sea.

Armenia nature and environment

Armenia features diverse mountainous terrain with forests, alpine meadows, and volcanic landscapes. The country has several protected areas and is home to various wildlife species typical of the Caucasus region.

Armenia climate and seasonal conditions

Armenia has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The Armenian highlands experience more extreme temperatures due to elevation.

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