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HADJI MADID, Samad A.

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CAPITAL Yerevan
The largest city of Armenia, and one of
the world's oldest continuously
inhabited cities. Situated along the
Hrazdan River, Yerevan is the
administrative, cultural, and industrial
center of the country.
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Armenian
“
Armenian is the only official language. Other foreign
languages common in Armenia include French,
German, Italian, Spanish and Persian. Minority
languages include Assyrian, Greek, and Northern
Kurdish.
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Armenian
Dram
It was historically subdivided into 100 luma.
The word "dram" translates into English as
"money" and is cognate with the Greek
drachma and the Arabic dirham, as well as
the English weight unit dram.
FLAG Meaning

Flag of Armenia
The Red emblematizes the Armenian
Highland, the Armenian people's continued
struggle for survival, maintenance of the
Christian faith, Armenia's independence
and freedom.
CULTURE Armenia’s Culture

Armenians are often characterized as hospitable, friendly, and kind

people who respect elders, have a gentle attitude to children, and
have strong family values.
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Lake Sevan
Lake Sevan, found in the heart of Armenia, is the
country’s largest lake and a beautiful place to visit
during a break in the country. The lake is surrounded
by some stunning monasteries – the most impressive
of them being arguably the Sevanavank Monastery
– providing a glorious scenic backdrop to a relaxing
trip.
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Mount Aragats
Mount Aragats is one of Armenia’s
most stunning natural sights, with the
dormant volcano located in the north
of the country. It is Armenia’s highest
peak and there is a lot of rock art to
be enjoyed around its base, with
paintings of animals and human-like
figures dating back hundreds of years.
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Shikahogh State Reserve

The second largest forest reserve in
Armenia, Shikahogh State Reserve is so
unspoiled that large parts of it remains
unexplored to this day. The forest is
believed to be home to animals including
leopards, bears, wild goats and vipers and
it is also thought that Shikahogh State
Reserve has about 1,100 species of plants,
although its fauna has not yet been fully
explored.
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Noravank
Monasteries are one of Armenia’s defining
characteristics and the example at Noravank
is one of the most beautiful in the whole
country. Sheer brick-red cliffs shield the
monastery, which was built in the 13th century.
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Armenia is the first country to adopt Christianity as its state religion.

Today, 97% of the Armenia's population are Christians, and Armenia
has one of the most beautiful churches in the world. Gregory the
Illuminator (Lusavorich), who baptized Armenia in 301, became the first
Catholicos of All Armenians.
CAPITAL Baku

It lies on the western shore of the

Caspian Sea and the southern side
of the Abşeron Peninsula, around
the wide curving sweep of the Bay
of Baku.
LANGUAGE

Azerbaijani
“
Azerbaijani or Azeri is a language belonging to the
Turkic language family, spoken in southwestern
Asia by the Azerbaijani people, primarily in
Azerbaijan and northwestern Iran.
CURRENCY
Azerbaijani
Manat
It is subdivided into 100 qəpik. The
first iteration of the currency
happened in the times of the
Azerbaijan Democratic Republic and
its successor, the Azerbaijani Soviet
Socialist Republic, with the issues
happening in 1919-1923.
FLAG Meaning

Flag of Azerbaijan
The bright blue represents Azerbaijan's
Turkic heritage, the red represents
progress, and the green represents
Islam, which is Azerbaijan's majority
religion.
CULTURE Azerbaijan’s Culture

The culture of Azerbaijan combines a diverse and heterogeneous

set of elements which developed under the influence of Turkic,
Iranic and Caucasian cultures. The country has a unique cuisine,
literature, folk art, and music.
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Icheri Seher
Known as “Old City” and “Fortress”, Icheri
Seher is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in
the centre of Baku, and you will find
amazing architectural feats all over this
protected quarter of the city. These
include Maiden Tower that dates from the
12th century and was part of the ancient
walled city of Baku, as well as Shirvanshah
Palace that was constructed in the 13th
century.
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Garasu Volcano
Many visitors to Azerbaijan may not know
that the country has the highest number of
mud volcanoes in the world. 350 to be
exact! One of the best known is Garasu
Volcano, that has been known to spew
mud over 1,000 metres into the air.
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Gobustan
Gobustan is often referred to as the
Azerbaijan version of Stonehenge in the
United Kingdom, as it features a prehistoric
cromlech (a circle of stones that have
been positioned vertically). It doesn’t end
there however, as Gobustan is an
archaeological reserve that lies to the
south of Baku and offers a fascinating
insight into ancient civilizations due to over
6,000 rock drawings that span over 537
hectares.
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Baku Seaside Park

Baku Seaside Park and Boulevard is the
place to come for those visiting the country’s
capital, and you will find a wealth of
activities here, including old fashioned tea
shops and cafes that are perfect for whiling
away the hours or indulging in a classic
seaside treat like locally produced ice
cream.
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Azerbaijan is often coined as The Land of Fire, and it isn’t hard to see why. Many
of the oldest hearths on earth are found in Azerbaijan. They’ve been leftover from
the nation’s Zoroastrian days when they worshipped fire thousands of years ago. In
fact, the name Azerbaijan literally means ‘protector of fire.’ If you plan to visit Baku,
be sure to take note of the famous ‘flame towers.’
CAPITAL Tbilisi
Its cobblestoned old town reflects a long,
complicated history, with periods under Persian
and Russian rule. Its diverse architecture
encompasses Eastern Orthodox churches,
ornate art nouveau buildings and Soviet
Modernist structures. Looming over it all are
Narikala, a reconstructed 4th-century fortress,
and Kartlis Deda, an iconic statue of the “Mother
of Georgia.”
LANGUAGE

Georgian
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It is the official language of Georgia and the native or
primary language of 87.6% of its population. Its
speakers today number approximately four million.
CURRENCY

Georgian Lari
It is divided into 100 tetri. The name lari is
an old Georgian word denoting a hoard,
property, while tetri is an old Georgian
monetary term used in ancient Colchis
from the 6th century BC. Earlier Georgian
currencies include the maneti, abazi, and
Georgian coupon or kuponi.
FLAG Meaning

Flag of Georgia
The wine-red color symbolizes the
good times of the past as well as the
future, whilst the black represents
Russian rule, and the white
represents hope for peace.
CULTURE Georgian’s Culture

Georgian culture is an exotic, mysterious and ancient culture stretching

back for millennia. Elements of Anatolian, European, Persian, Arabian,
Ottoman and Far Eastern cultures have influenced Georgia's own ethnic
identity resulting in one of the most unique and hospitable cultures in the
world.
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Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium houses more than

100,000 aquatic animals in more than 10
million gallons of fresh and saltwater. While
its sheer size may seem overwhelming, the
exhibits are divided into various themes to
make visits more focused and educational.
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Savannah
Historic District
The greatest pleasure of Savannah is
strolling through its Historic District, an
area of over three-square miles that
preserves the old city much as it
appeared at the time of the Civil War.
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Atlanta
Botanical Garden
The 30-acre botanical garden next to
Piedmont Park comes as a surprise,
right in Midtown Atlanta. This four-
season attraction always has
something in bloom, from its spring
bulb display through the colorful
autumn foliage, and at any time of
year its several indoor gardens
transport visitors to the tropics.
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Lookout Mountain

Lookout Mountain, at the border between

Georgia and Tennessee, was the scene of a
Civil War battle, but is best known today for
the nature park along its rocky ridge. Begun in
1932 and made famous by more than 900
barn signs in 19 states, the park features trails
through a series of rock formations and across
a swinging bridge to Lookout Point.
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Georgia is known for subtropical climate, agriculture-based economy, and

its nickname the Peach State. The State is also known for its role in the
American Civil War, the city of Atlanta, peanut production, being the home
to Coca-Cola’s headquarters, and many famous natives.
CAPITAL East Jerusalem
The State of Palestine is a de jure sovereign
state in the Middle East consisting of the West
Bank and the Gaza Strip. The "State of Palestine"
is officially recognized by the United Nations as
a Non-Member Observer State, the status was
granted on 29 November 2012. The state's
designated capital is East Jerusalem; however,
the administrative center is located in the city of
Ramallah (West Bank).

Proclaimed Capital: Jerusalem (limited recognition)

Administrative Center: Ramallah
Largest City: Gaza City
LANGUAGE

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Palestinian Arabic
is the primary language spoken by Palestinians and has a unique
dialect. A Levantine Arabic dialect subgroup, it is spoken in
Palestine by Arab citizens of Israel (Palestinians) and in
CURRENCY

Israeli New
Shekel
The Israeli new shekel, also known as simply
the Israeli shekel, is the currency of Israel and
is also used as a legal tender in the
Palestinian territories of the West Bank and
the Gaza Strip. The new shekel is divided into
100 agorot.
FLAG Meaning
Flag of Palestine
The Black represents the oppression and
persecution that Palestinians have
suffered from for countless years. The
White symbolizes peace and love, and the
purity of the messages that every Prophet
was sent with to the sacred land of
Palestine. The Green means prosperity,
blessings, and hope for a thriving future.
CULTURE Palestinian’s Culture

Traditional Palestinian society is predominantly agricultural. Historically,

most Palestinians have lived in small villages, often among extended
relatives. Land is especially valued and treasured in Palestinian culture.
“The land we carry in our blood,” as famed Palestinian poet Mahmoud
Darwish expressed it.
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Jaffa
Made for aimless wandering and home to
an excellent flea market, Jaffa provides an
old-world-style respite from the modern
thrum of Tel Aviv next door.

Jaffa has been thoroughly gentrified in

recent years, with small art galleries, craft
shops, and restaurants moving in. On
weekends, it's a busy center for outdoor
dining and shopping.
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Masada
The mountaintop fortress of Masada, overlooking the
rugged scenery of the Dead Sea region, is home to
incredible vistas and some fascinating history.

This is where King Herod's once mighty palace stood

and where the Zealots took their last stand against
the Roman Legions.
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Mar Saba
Monastery
Mar Saba Monastery is an architectural
marvel of the Byzantine age,
precariously snuggled into the cliff face
as if it had sprouted organically out of
the sheer rock.

An easy day trip from Bethlehem or

Jerusalem, Mar Saba Monastery is one of
the Holy Land's great historic sites.
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Akko
Wrapped up in Crusader history, Akko has
a mellow harbor full of colorful, bobbing
fishing boats; a vibrant bazaar crammed
with spice, produce, and interesting artisan
products; and a truckload of history to
boot.

The city walls, old khans and fort remnants

speak of another age, when this town was
the center of the empire.
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• Palestine is known for some of the most beautiful wildflowers in the world,
popping into existence mostly in April and May. These include irises, jonquils,
wild poppies, and other vibrant species of flowers which paint the colorful
hillsides during a short spring season.

• The majority of the population is Muslim, although there is also a large

population of Christians as well.

• Christmas is celebrated three times each year. The first of which is December
25th, per western tradition, followed by January 6th per Greek Orthodox
tradition, and finally on January 18th, as per Armenian tradition.
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