Why visit
Yerevan is a pink-stone capital under Mount Ararat's silhouette, with cafes, museums, Soviet-era avenues, and quick access to monasteries and wine country. It is compact enough to understand on foot over a few days.
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Yerevan at a glance
City population
1.1 million
Metro: 1.3 million
Elevation
990 m
3,248 ft
Time zone
UTC+4
Asia/Yerevan
Airport
EVN
Zvartnots International
Founded
782 BCE (Erebuni: older than Rome)
Getting around
Metro (1 line), trolleybuses, buses, Yandex.Go
Signature dish
Khorovats (barbecue), dolma, khash, lavash, Armenian coffee
Neighborhoods for travelers
Kentron (center)Cafesjian Cascade areaNork-MarashErebuni
Armenia at a glance
Country center
40.0°, 45.0°
Coast
Landlocked
Country area
29,743 km²
11,484 mi²
Country population
2.8 million
93/km²
Subregion
Western Asia
Currency
Armenian dram (֏)
AMD
Dial
+374
Language
Armenian
Demonym
Armenian
Internet
.am
UN
Member state
ISO code
AM / ARM
Where in the world
40.0° - 45.0°
Armenia
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Did you know
- Yerevan is older than Rome: the fortress of Erebuni was founded in 782 BCE.
- Armenia was the first country to adopt Christianity as a state religion, in 301 CE.
- The pink and rose color of many buildings comes from local tuff stone: Yerevan is called "the pink city".
- Armenia became the first country to adopt Christianity as a state religion, in 301 CE.
- Mount Ararat, the Armenian national symbol and believed landing place of Noah's Ark, is visible from Yerevan but lies across the Turkish border.
Bordering Armenia
Traveler notes
- The Cascade gives the classic city and Ararat view
- Matenadaran holds one of the world's major manuscript collections
- Republic Square is the evening gathering point
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Yerevan
What currency is used in Yerevan?
Yerevan uses the Armenian dram (֏), ISO code AMD.
What languages are spoken in Armenia?
The primary language is Armenian.
What is the international calling code for Armenia?
The calling code is +374.
When is the best time to visit Yerevan?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
What airport serves Yerevan?
Zvartnots International (IATA: EVN).
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