armenia on map of asia

Eurasianet: Perspectives | On the Armenia-Azerbaijan border, the map is not the territory Armenia, country of Transcaucasia, lying just south of the Caucasus mountain range. To the north and east Armenia is bounded by Georgia and Azerbaijan, while its neighbors to the southeast and west are, respectively, Iran and Turkey. The capital is Yerevan. Armenia covers an area of 29,743 sq. km (11,484 sq mi) in Eurasia's South Caucasus region. It is a landlocked country with no access to the world's oceans. Armenia is one of the most mountainous nations on Earth and has an average elevation of 5,900 feet (1,800 meters) above sea level. Discover Armenia. Explore Armenia facts, culture, history & comprehensive country profile with maps, statistics & research resources for students & travelers. Armenia, officially known as the Republic of Armenia, is a landlocked country located in the Armenian Highlands of West Asia.

Yerevan is the capital, largest city and financial center. The Armenian highlands have been home to the Hayasa-Azzi, Shupria, and Nairi peoples. Explore Armenia’s geography, history, demographics, culture, economy, and infrastructure in this comprehensive country profile guide.