Category: Caucasus

The Caucasus’ are a region located at the border of Europe and Asia, situated between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea and occupied by Russia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia. After the collapse of the Russian Empire, the latter of these three countries became part of the short-lived Trans-Caucasian Democratic Federative Republic. The republic dissolved in May 1918, and Azerbaijan declared independence, which lasted until the Bolshevik Red Army invaded it in April 1920. Georgia and Armenia suffered the same fate and eventually became part of the Soviet Union. With the demise of the Soviet Union, they all have become independent Republics again. Armenia Armenia is located in the Southern Caucasus Mountains bordered by Georgia to the north and Azerbaijan to the east. The land is mostly  mountainous, with fast flowing rivers, and few forests. Armenia was the first country in the world to officially adopt Christianity in 301 AD. As a result, it has some of the most beautiful centuries-old churches and gorgeous monasteries in dramatically scenic settings in the world. Throughout most of Armenia’s long history, it has been invaded by a succession of empire. Under constant threat of domination by foreign forces, Armenia became both cosmopolitan as well as fierce protectors of their culture and tradition. Throughout history, the people suffered greatly in large numbers at the hands of some of its neighbors. In Armenia, the summers are dry and sunny lasting from June to mid-September. Springs are short with the evening breezes blowing down the mountains. While autumns have vibrant and colorful foliage surrounding you while you indulge on the Armenian cuisine offered. Armenian cuisine includes reflects the history and geography where Armenians have lived, reflecting the traditional crops and animals grown and raised in Armenian populated areas. Lamb, eggplant, lavash (bread), and herbs are staples in Armenian cuisine.