Armenia is also a country of ancient science. Mathematics, astronomy, philosophy and other sciences were developed in ancient and middle ages. In modern Armenia there are 130 research institutes having a staff of some 22,000 researchers. Armenian wines and cognac are very famous. Fruits and vegetables, as well as national dishes are famous, too.
Armenian water is known as one of the best in the world.
Armenia is a rather hot country with hot summer, but cold winter. During the Colloquium it will be the beginning of the summer hot period. Maximum of the temperature, some 25-30C, is expected. You may anticipate dry and hot weather. Rains are rare.