04.10.2021 My last destination in Armenia was Gyumri. It is the second largest city in Armenia (170,000), just on the border with Turkey. It was built in 1837 by a fortress founded by Russians. It had many different names: Alexandropol, Leninakan and Kumajri – until the current name Gyumri was agreed upon.   The most … Continue reading Gyumri – city, black and earthquake