Armenia itself is a very small state, both if we take into account the population (according to the 2008 census, it is 3 million without 1,400 people), and if we take into account its area, which does not even reach 30 thousand square kilometers.
However, this indicator should not be put at the forefront, because the largest village in Armenia in terms of population can be compared with a full-fledged city, since 9669 people live in it. We are talking about such a settlement as Vardenik, located in the Gegharkunik region of this wonderful picturesque country, moreover, given place is also the largest village in Armenia in terms of territory, ahead of such a large village as Sarukhan, which has a population of 5,000 people. Perhaps someone will be surprised, but despite its more than modest status, Vardenik exceeds both in size and population even many Armenian cities, and as an example, we can cite the tiniest city called Dastakert, which is home to only 300 people.
It is difficult to say by what criteria in Armenia statuses are assigned to settlements, but to this day Vardenik is considered a village. It got its name in honor of the Vardenis River, on the banks of which this large settlement was formed. As for its location relative to the nearest settlements, including the capital of Armenia, the 12,000-strong town of Martuni is spread 10 kilometers west of Vardenik, while Yerevan is 143 kilometers away from it. This settlement was founded in 1828 by refugees from the western regions of Armenia, who were forced to flee from the Russian-Turkish war. Previously, another village existed on this site, but it was completely destroyed during the conflict. One of the main attractions of Vardenik is the Armenian Apostolic Church of the ninth century, which was repeatedly vandalized, after which it was restored by the local population.
It is noteworthy that the competition for this settlement is the Armenian village of Akhuryan, in which, according to statistics, there is one less person. That is why, in some sources, it is considered the largest village in Armenia, occupying a leading position, although it is extremely difficult to determine this 100 percent. As for the location of this village, it is located in the Shirak region, one kilometer from Gyumri and 105 kilometers from Yerevan. Moreover, already at 16 kilometers from it you can pass the state Turkish border, and at forty - the Georgian one. The main activity carried out by the local population today comes down to raising livestock and cultivating land, and, in principle, the residents of Vardenik do the same.
For almost a quarter of a century, the local editorial office even published its own newspaper with the same name "Vardenik", however, in 1980 its publication ceased. Another pride of this settlement is the ancient cemetery with numerous stone steles called khachkars, because some of them can even be seen in the State Museum of Armenian History.
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Capitals of Armenia
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Yerevan
In the left-bank part of the Ararat valley is the largest Armenian city, which is not only the modern capital of Armenia, but also one of the most ancient cities in the world. On this moment it is the largest economic and political center, playing an important role in the Transcaucasian region.
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Bjni village
Every stone in this area is saturated with the secrets of the past. The ongoing archaeological excavations provided a lot of invaluable material for historians and researchers (for example, in 1929 burials dating back to the last prehistoric era - the Iron Age) were discovered.
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Ancient city of Gyumri
Arriving in Armenia, be sure to visit one of ancient cities country - Gyumri, located 126 km from the capital of the state. It is the second most populated city in Armenia.
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Legends of "Vayots-dzora"
The historical version that scientists tell is very different from the legend of the origin of the name Vayots Dzor, which also has supporters. Among supporters latest version famous Armenian writer and ethnographer of the nineteenth century Ghevond Alishan.
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Legends and were Jermuk
The city of Jermuk is decorated not only with buildings, alleys and lakes, but also with many stories that are associated with interesting stories, ancient centuries old traditions and beautiful legends.
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Rise of Jermuk
The heyday of Jermuk - how the city was transforming before our eyes.
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Rapid growth and development of Jermuk
Article about the growth and development of Jermuk
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Jermuk is my discovery!
Armenia is known for its natural beauty, which area do not take. I want to tell you about Jermuk. This is a wonderful town that is part of the marz (region) of Vayots Dzor.
+ 88Capitals of Armenia
Ancient history Armenia has twelve capitals that have existed since the formation of Armenian statehood. This does not take into account the capitals of Lesser Armenia, Cilicia, Sophene and Commagene. Perhaps future historical research, as well as archaeological discoveries, will complement the currently known material.
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