Armenia is a nation, and former Soviet republic, in the mountainous Caucasus region between Asia and Europe. Among the earliest Christian civilizations, it’s defined by religious sites including the Greco-Roman Temple of Garni and 4th-century Etchmiadzin Cathedral, headquarters of the Armenian Church. Khor Virap Monastery is a pilgrimage site near Mount Ararat, a dormant volcano just across the border in Turkey.

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Weather

The climate is highland continental, dry with four seasons. Temperatures can vary considerably between seasons. The summer is generally pleasant reaching 25°C, though in the Ararat valley temperatures can climb to 40°C.

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Currency

The Armenian Dram is the currency of Armenia. Average conversion rate : 1 AMD = INR 0.1550.

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Shopping

The main purchases will be local products, including cheeses, fruits, Armenian sweets, spices, coffee, and carpets. Art pieces can be bought in the markets or in specialized stores in art galleries. It's worth to visit the Armenian markets. You need to bargain there. Local residents can easily inflate prices, and therefore, bargaining on the markets is quite appropriate.

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