population: 49.9 million

extension: 20.89 square kilometers

Museums

If you're interested in visiting museums while in Abovyan, Armenia, one option is to visit the Armenian Genocide Museum and Institute located in Yerevan, which is about a 30-minute drive from Abovyan. Other museums in Yerevan that may be of interest include the National Museum of Armenian History, the Sergey Parajanov Museum, and the Cafesjian Museum of Art.

Food

Some of the most recommended, popular and typical dishes to eat according to local people in Abovyan, Armenia are:

1. Khorovats (Armenian barbecue)
2. Dolma (stuffed grape leaves or cabbage)
3. Harissa (porridge made from wheat and meat)
4. Kufta (meatballs)
5. Lavash (traditional Armenian bread)
6. Ghapama (pumpkin stuffed with rice, dried fruits, nuts and honey)
7. Ishli Kufta (meatballs stuffed with bulgur and ground meat)
8. Manti (small dumplings filled with beef or lamb)
9. Gata (sweet bread with a filling of sugar and nuts)
10. Basturma (dried, spiced beef)

Activities

Some fun activities that locals enjoy in Abovyan, Armenia include hiking in the nearby mountains, visiting local cafes and restaurants to try Armenian cuisine, and exploring the town's historic sites such as the 18th century Surp Astvatsatsin Church. You may also want to check out any ongoing cultural events or festivals in the area, as there are often celebrations of traditional Armenian music, dance, and crafts.