Yerevan
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Yerevan, situated along the Hrazdan River, serves as Armenia's capital and largest city. Founded in 782 BC as Erebuni by King Argishti I of Urartu, it was a significant administrative and religious centre. The city experienced periods of decline and destruction, including a major earthquake in 1679, before becoming the capital in 1918.
Statistics
Area
227.00 km²
Population
1,106,300