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Armenia is a landlocked mountainous country in Eurasia between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea, located in the Southern Caucasus. It shares borders with Turkey to the west, Georgia to the north, Azerbaijan to the east, and Iran and Azerbaijan to the south. The climate in Armenia is markedly continental. Summers are dry and sunny, lasting from June to mid-September. The temperature fluctuates between 22° and 36°C. However, the low humidity level mitigates the effect of high temperatures. Evening breezes blowing down the mountains provide a welcome refreshing and cooling effect. Springs are short, while autumns are long. Autumns are known for their vibrant and colorful foliage. Winter temperatures range between -5 and -10°C with plenty of snow. Winter sports are available on the hills of Tsakhkadzor, located thirty minutes outside Yerevan. Lake Sevan nestled up in the Armenian highlands, is the second largest lake in the world at its altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level. | General Information Location: Europe
Local Time: From 30 Mar 08 to 26 Oct 08 GMT +5
From 26 Oct 08 to 29 Mar 08 GMT +4
From 29 Mar 09 to 25 Oct 09 GMT +5
Capital City: Yerevan
Population: 2.9 million
Area: 29,800 square km, 18,517 square miles.
Language(s): Armenian
Dialling Code: 374
Emergency:
Directory Enquiries:
TV Standard:
Driving: National licence with authorised translation or International Driving Permit
Electricity: 220V AC 50Hz
Business & CurrencyCurrency: Armenian Dram (AMD 1 = 100 Luma)
Notes: AMD: 10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1,000, 5,000
Coins:
Credit Cards/Travellers Cheques: Credit cards are not widely accepted. Travellers cheques can be changed at banks. There are few cash withdrawl machines. The US Dollar is widely accepted, Sterling is not well known. Armenian Drams cannot be imported or exported from Armenia Opening Hours
Bank: 0930-1730 Mon-Fri (some 0930-1230 Mon-Fri)
Office: 0900-1800 Mon-Fri
Shops: 0900-1700 Mon-Sat Public Holidays
2008
Jan 1-2 New Year, Jan 6 Armenian Orthodox Christmas, Mar 8 Women's Day, Mar 21 Good Friday, Apr 24 Memorial Day, Apr 7 Motherhood and Beauty Day, Apr 24 Genocide Memorial Day, May 1 May Day, May 9 Victory and Peace Day, May 28 First Republic Day, Jul 5 Constitution Day, Sep 21 Independence Day, Dec 7 Earthquake Memorial Day, Dec 31 New Years Eve
Business/Social Hints: There are many customs and traditions to be understood. Alcohol is available and smoking is widespread Tipping: Service charges are generally included, tips are usual for waiters, taxi drivers, hotel porters, concierges & guides
| HealthReciprocal health: A reciprocal health agreement for medical or hospital treatment exists with the United Kingdom. In order to obtain treatment some proof of United Kingdom residence such as a UK passport is required. Further details are available from www.dh.gov.uk Compulsory vaccinations: None Recommended immunisations: Diphtheria, hepatitis A, hepatitis B*, malaria, TB*, tetanus, tick-borne encephalitis*, typhoid*, rabies.
* recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month. Risks: Malaria risk from Jun-Oct in some villages in Ararat Valley, mainly in the Masis district. No risk in tourist areas. Rabies. | AirportsYerevan Zvartnots (EVN)
Passport & VisaThe following details relate to holders of adult normal passports (requirements for children may be different), if any other type of passport or travel document is held, entry requirements should be checked with the relevant embassy or consulate PassportsRequired by all Passport Validity: Passports and replacement Documents must be vaild for period of intended stay at all times, regardless of visa status Passport Notes: Children need to have either their own passport VisasThe following DO NOT require a visa:
1) Nationals of Armenia
2) Holders of passports issued by Azerbaijan Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Montenegro, Russia, Tajikistan, Ukraine & Uzbekistan
Notes: Visas can be issued upon arrival at:
1) Yerevan Zvartnots airport
2) Armenian-Georgian and Armenian-Iranian borders
E-visas can only be stamped on arrival at Zvartnots airport Air TransitRequired by all except those as noted above and:
1) Persons continuing their journey to a third country within 72 hours, provided not leaving the airport transit area & holding confirmed onward travel & documentation Notes: Transit visas are obtainable on arrival for stays up to 3 days, provided holding documentation (including visas) for final destination (except nationals of Bangladesh, India, Iraq & Pakistan who require prior permission) Exit PermitsNationals and alien residents of Armenia are required to hold an exit permit when leaving the country Special Notes | ClimateArmenia is a small mountainous country. Summers are bright, sunny & hot, although summer evenings can be chilly. Winters are generally severe with heavy snowfalls. Rainfall is fairly evenly spread throughout the year although there is a drier period between Jun-Sep ClothingLight clothes for summer together with warmer wear for chilly evenings. Thermals for winter Charts for Yerevan | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | | Max Temp (C) | -2 | 1 | 10 | 19 | 24 | 31 | 34 | 33 | 28 | 21 | 10 | 3 | | Min Temp (C) | -9 | -8 | -1 | 6 | 10 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 13 | 7 | 1 | -3 | | Humidity am (%) | 89 | 87 | 81 | 70 | 74 | 65 | 62 | 66 | 71 | 84 | 89 | 91 | | Humidity pm (%) | 69 | 64 | 56 | 46 | 52 | 39 | 36 | 36 | 39 | 47 | 64 | 75 | | Rainfall (mm) | 23 | 25 | 28 | 48 | 53 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 13 | 23 | 31 | 28 |
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RepresentativeUK Tourist Office
Armenian Tourist Office
c/o Sunvil International Sales Ltd
Upper Square, Old Isleworth
Isleworth, TW7 7BJ
tel: +44 20 8568 8899, 8847 3041
fax: +44 20 8560 9889
e-mail: uk@sunvil.co.uk
website: www.sunvil.co.uk Embassy
Embassy of Armenia
25a Cheniston Gardens
London, W8 6TG
tel: +44 20 7938 5435
fax: +44 20 7938 2595
e-mail: armembuk@onetel.net.uk
hours: 1000-1200 & 1500-1700 (Mon-Fri) |
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