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Armenia — Armenia Time (AMT)
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Major Cities in Armenia
📝 Armenia Facts, Holidays & Tourism
🎓 For Students:
- Armenia has several top universities including Yerevan State University.
- Popular fields: Medicine, Engineering, IT, and Humanities.
- Medical education attracts international students due to affordable tuition.
- English-taught programs are available in many institutions.
✈️ For Visitors:
- Visa-free or visa-on-arrival for many nationalities.
- Popular Destinations: Yerevan, Lake Sevan, Dilijan, Tatev Monastery, Garni Temple.
- Best Time to Visit: May–October (pleasant weather).
- Transportation: Buses, taxis, and domestic flights available.
💼 For Professionals & Expats:
- Growing IT and tech startup ecosystem in Yerevan.
- Cost of Living: Moderate; affordable compared to Western Europe.
- Business Etiquette: Formal, respectful, relationship-based culture.
🏞️ Tourism & Culture:
- Known for its ancient monasteries and Christian heritage.
- Famous Sites: Khor Virap, Geghard, Garni Temple, Lake Sevan, Mount Ararat views.
- Major Festivals: Vardavar, Yerevan Wine Days, Independence Day (Sept 21).
- UNESCO Sites: Monasteries of Haghpat and Sanahin, Cathedral of Etchmiadzin.
📌 Quick Tips:
- Currency: Armenian Dram (֏ / AMD).
- Timezone: AMT (UTC+04:00) — no DST.
- Emergency Numbers: 101 (Fire), 102 (Police), 103 (Ambulance).
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C and F.