What do you honestly know about Armenia besides that the Kardashians had ancestors there? Well, Armenia has been making the news lately due to political protests and the Prime Minister stepping down, so we thought we would gather some unique facts about the beautiful country. Although Armenia is only about the size of Maryland, there’s a lot to know about this country, which was formerly part of the Soviet Union.
Chess Is Mandatory In School
Every Armenian student has to take chess in school. Yes, they even have exams on chess! Within the capital, Yerevan, there’s a renowned chess house called Tigran Petrosian Chess House where international tournaments have been held. Unsurprisingly, Armenia has won the world and European championships multiple times.
Chess Is Mandatory In School
First Country To Adopt Christianity
Armenia was the very first nation to adopt Christianity as its religion. Back in 301 AD, the entire country converted to Christianity when St. Gregory Illuminator brought the religion over and King Tiridates III officially declared it the state religion. Now, about 97 percent of their population identifies as Christian.
First Country To Adopt Christianity
