Vagharshapat commonly known as Ejmiatsin or Echmiadzin is the fourth-largest city in Armenia, one of the historic capitals of Armenia and the spiritual center of the Armenians, as it is the seat of the Catholicos of All Armenians, the head of the Armenian Apostolic Church. It is the most populous city in Armavir province, located about 18 km (11 mi) west of Yerevan, 25 km (16 mi) east of the regional center of Armavir, only 10 km (6 mi) north of the Armenian-Turkish border. The official census in 1989, counted the population of Ejmiatsin as 61,000. However, the number has declined somewhat since, showing 58,388 in the 2001 census, and 57,300 in the 2009 official estimate.
Economy and tourism
Tho town used to be a major industrial centre during the Soviet period. It was home to 4 industrial firms specialized in the production of military technology. However, the productivity of the firms had declined after the fall of the Soviet Union.Currently, the existing industrial plants in Vagharshapat are based on the production of building materials. There are many food-processing plants as well.Being the worldwide spiritual centre of the Armenian nation and home to many ancient cultural monuments, Vagharshapat is a major touristic destination for both Armenian and foreign visitors.
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