In central plateau, wide temperature variation between winter and summer. Official state language is Armenian, spoken by 96 percent of population. Russian, first language of 2 percent, second language for about 40 percent of population. Approximately 94 percent of population belongs to Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church. Other religions include Russian Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant denominations, and Yezidism.
Education is compulsory through secondary school.
Literacy estimated at 100 percent. In early 1990s, substantial changes, begun in previous centralized Soviet system, emphasized national heritage. The government is appointed by the prime minister, who is nominated by the president. All rights reserved Web Site Design by SSS Graphics .