Armash (Արմաշ) is a village in the Ararat Municipality of the Ararat Province of Armenia near the Arax River. It is situated approximately 63 kms (39 miles) southeast of Yerevan at an elevation of around 840 m (2,756 ft). The village is surrounded by the Armash Fishponds, a wetland ecosystem that attracts migratory birds, including flamingos and pelicans. Armash has a population of 3,000, most of whom are farmers. Known for its agricultural output, particularly fruit orchards, vineyards, watermelons, and tomatoes. It also remains a key producer of sturgeon and caviar in Armenia, with locally farmed fish sold across the country.
FOA contributed to the renovation of a middle school in Armash village. See project details and photos below.
Project #226: Cost $27,287: In 2025, four classrooms and common areas of the Maghakia Ormanyan Middle School, which has 366 students, were completely renovated by FOA, sponsored by Setian Family, In memory of their son Chris Setian.
SEP-2026: FOA Delegates together with the project sponsors and friends visited Armash School
