What Surprised Me Most About Armenia Eastern vs Western Armenia

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Armenian culture is rich, ancient, and deeply diverse — but did you know there are actually two distinct cultural traditions? In this video, we’ll explore the fascinating differences between Western Armenian and Eastern Armenian culture, from language and food to music, dance, and everyday life.

🌍 Learn how Armenia’s split between the Ottoman Empire in the west and the Persian/Russian empires in the east created two unique cultural identities. Discover why Western Armenian cuisine feels closer to Middle Eastern flavors, while Eastern Armenian culture carries the influence of Russia and the Caucasus.

✨ In this video, you’ll discover:

Why Armenian language has two dialects that sound completely different

The unique foods, music, and dances of Western vs Eastern Armenians

How diaspora life shaped Western Armenian traditions

How Soviet history shaped Eastern Armenian culture

Why both sides are still united as one Armenian nation

Whether you’re learning about Armenian heritage, exploring world cultures, or simply curious about Armenia, this video will give you a deeper understanding of what makes Armenia so unique.

👉 Do you identify more with Western Armenian or Eastern Armenian culture? Let us know in the comments below!

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Timestamps:
00:00 - 01:50- Intro: Why Armenia has two cultures
01:51 - 02:19 - The historical split (Ottoman vs Russian/Persian rule)
02:20 - 02:54 Language differences: Western vs Eastern Armenian
02:55 - 03:35 Food & cuisine contrasts
03:36 - 04:04 - Music & dance traditions
04:05 - 04:32 Daily life & traditions