Language
Armenian
Yerevan, Armenia
Armenian is written in its own alphabet, created by Mesrop Mashtots in about 405 CE. It forms a branch of the Indo-European family on its own.
Say hello: Բարեւ (Barev) · Script: Armenian
Armenia: leaders, famous people, culture and history
1 place on the atlas covering language. Highlights include Armenian.
What is on the atlas
- Language Armenian
Who leads Armenia?
| President | Vahagn Khachaturyan |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Nikol Pashinyan |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Armenia’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Armenia
- Mesrop Mashtots creator of the Armenian alphabet
- Komitas composer and ethnomusicologist
- Aram Khachaturian composer
- Charles Aznavour singer of Armenian descent
- Tigran the Great king of the Armenian empire
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Language in Armenia
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Armenia today, a short selection of well-known people from Armenia, and the 1 place pinned for Armenia on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Armenia on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the language page.
Questions about Armenia
Who is the leader of Armenia?
As of July 2026: President: Vahagn Khachaturyan; Prime Minister: Nikol Pashinyan. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Armenia?
Well-known people connected with Armenia include Mesrop Mashtots (creator of the Armenian alphabet), Komitas (composer and ethnomusicologist), Aram Khachaturian (composer), Charles Aznavour (singer of Armenian descent) and Tigran the Great (king of the Armenian empire).
What languages and scripts is Armenia known for?
Language entries for Armenia on the atlas include Armenian. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Armenia on the map?
Choose See Armenia on the map above, or search for Armenia on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.