Only one third of Armenians live in Armenia. The rest are disbursed throughout the world. They left Armenia over the centuries because of religious persecution, crippling taxes, communism and just to find work. Diaspora Armenians are very generous to the home country. Although the standard of living has deteriorated since the breakup of the Soviet system, and Armenians continue to leave, the countries economy has been bolstered by money sent by the diaspora Armenians. Kirk Kerkorian gave money to build roads.
Many Armenians return to retire here. The picture is of the Cascades, a newly constructed landscape and museum in the center of Yerevan. It is like a hanging garden with fountains at each level.
If you look on the upper left hand corner there is a house overlooking the Cascades. It is the home of French Armenian Charles Aznavor, a singer popular during the 60s.
Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless device
No comments:
Post a Comment