Restaurant - Graf Plaza Rafik Gevorkian 29 Rue Wilson 69150 Décines-Charpieu +33 6 60 10 42 01 agevorgyan78@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/grafplaza/ About us Restaurant Graf Plaza is a celebrated dining establishment located in Décines-Charpieu, France. Known for its warm ambiance and exceptional service, it caters well to family gatherings and special events. Customers frequently praise the freshness of the dishes, particularly grilled meats, making it a popular choice for various celebrations. Previous Next

Ikaria - Maison Melkonyan (Restaurant Melkonyan) André Melkonyan, Owner 62 Cr Vitton 69006 Lyon +33 4 78 24 46 48 https://www.ikarialyon.com/ About us Offers authentic, freshly prepared Armenian/Mediterranean cuisine by owner-chef Andre Melkonyan and his wife, focusing on family recipes, warm hospitality, and dishes like moussaka, known for superb taste and welcoming atmosphere, making it a highly-rated spot for traditional flavors Previous Next

Stella Grigorian Mezzo soprano singer Vienna s.grigorian@gmx.net https://www.stellagrigorian.com About us Stella Grigorian is a renowned Armenian-Georgian mezzo-soprano, famous for her work in opera, especially with the Vienna State Opera (Wiener Staatsoper) where she was an ensemble member for ten years after studying at the Vienna Conservatory, and continues performing in Vienna at venues like Theater Akzent, {Link: Ehrbarsaal for Georgian voices, and Porgy and Bess in crossover & classical concerts Previous Next

Nor Achough Musical Band 13 B Rue Girie 69003 Lyon +33 6 20 36 92 82 agopboyadjian@sfr.fr https://www.norachough.com/ About us Nor Achough performs traditional Armenian music, including songs and melodies from historical "achoughs" like Sayat Nova and Sheram, as well as contemporary composers such as Komitas. The group aims to share and transmit this musical heritage to new audiences and younger generations. Musicians and Instruments: The ensemble features varying numbers of musicians (between 4 and 7). A prominent member is Hagop Boyadjian, who plays the doudouk (an Armenian woodwind instrument similar to an oboe). Their work involves both teaching through a music school and performing concerts. Previous Next

Arshak Pachinian Photographer Lyon +33 752035214 arshak8228@mail.ru https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045449417208 About us Wedding and event photography (mariage, bapteme, anniversaires). Previous Next

Centre National de la Mémoire Arménienne (CNMA) 32, rue du 24 avril 1915 69150 Décines-Charpieu 33 4 72 05 14 14 contact@cnma.fr https://www.facebook.com/cnma.decines/?locale=fr_FR About us The Centre National de la Mémoire Arménienne (CNMA) (National Center of Armenian Memory) in France preserves and documents Armenian heritage, focusing on diaspora memory with extensive multilingual books, media, photos, and historical documents, supporting Armenian studies via a lending library and digital resources, contributing to French and Armenian library collections, and supported by the French Ministry of Higher Education. Its mission involves preserving history, promoting culture, and providing educational resources, linking the diaspora to its roots and contributing to broader cultural memory Previous Next

Lusarvest - Database of Armenian photo-media practitioners Vigen Galstyan 1 Arami Street 0010 Yerevan info@lusadaran.org https://www.lusarvest.org/ About us Offers extensive information on historical Armenian photographers and studios, important for understanding Armenian modernity, as well as listings for contemporary organizations. The database strives to include almost all professional Armenian photographers and photography studios which were operating prior to 1950 Previous Next

Maison de la Culture Arménienne de Décines (MCA Décines) Sarah Tanzilli, President 15, rue du 24 Avril 1915 69150 Décines-Charpieu +33 4 78 49 42 97 contact@mcadecines.com http://www.mcadecines.com/ About us The Maison de la Culture Arménienne (MCA) in Décines, near Lyon, France, is a vibrant cultural center preserving and promoting Armenian heritage, established by the large Armenian community that settled there, especially post-genocide, making Décines France's "Little Armenia". It serves as a hub for Armenian life, offering language classes, folk dance, music, and events like concerts and theater, keeping traditions alive for this significant diaspora community in Greater Lyon. Previous Next

Chambre de Commerce et d Industrie Franco Arménienne (CCIFA) Armen Mnatuakanian, President 2 Rue Henri Barbusse 13241 Marseille +33 616125582 contact@ccifa-france.com ; a.mnatzakanian@ccifa-france.com https://ccifa-france.com/ About us The Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco-Arménienne (CCIFA) is a non-profit foundation promoting economic ties between France & Armenia, facilitating French investment in Armenia, and helping Armenian firms expand internationally, serving as a strategic bridge with a strong network, high-level events, and expert support for members and businesses looking to tap into the growing Armenian market Previous Next

International Coordinating Council of Armenian Culture and Arts NGO Kirkor Ajderhanyan, President; Shahen Avagyan, Manager Yerevan Office 83 Teryan Street, Office 7 0010 Yerevan +37411222033 info@armculture-coordination.am https://www.facebook.com/people/Centre-Franco-Armenien-dArt-et-de-Culture-CFAAC/61567050254583/ About us The "International Coordinating Council of Armenian Culture and Arts" (ICCACA) is an important body that brings together Armenian cultural figures and organizations globally, facilitating dialogue, collaboration, and development in arts and culture, often working with figures like Armenia's Prime Minister and hosting forums (like the Forum of Armenian Arts and Culture ) to connect established professionals with emerging talent, aiming to strengthen Armenian identity and creativity worldwide Previous Next

Lusadaran: Armenian Photography Foundation Vigen Galstyan and Art Ghazaryan 1 Arami Street Yerevan 0010 info@lusadaran.org http://lusadaran.org/ About us The ongoing focus of the project is to research, collect, preserve and promote the works by the Armenian photographers from around the world. The study of shared history and trends in international photography underpins this process in our endeavour to present and define Armenian photography within the cross-cultural, global context. In an effort to address the vacuum for definitive information, historical and contemporary, the project will showcase the history of the Armenian photography both locally and in internationally through exhibits, research and publications. In close collaboration with partner institutions, the project aims to champion the work of contemporary practitioners through workshops, lectures and acquisition programs. Our first annual thematic exhibition is one such initiative. The ‘Projects‘ section of this website provides further information on our ongoing programs. Our long-term objectives involve development of a permanent exhibition and provision of archival facility as well as an expansion of our collection to encompass new media, experimental filmmaking and a web-based art. Previous Next

Ambassador Ashot KOCHARIAN - Executive Manager, Working Group on Energy Permanent International Secretariat (PERMIS) - The Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC) Darüşşafaka Cad. No:45/114 (Ground Floor) 34461 Istanbul +90 (212) 229 63 30-35 (Ext: 144) akocharian@bsec-organization.org https://www.bsec-organization.org/areas-of-cooperation/energy About us The Permanent International Secretariat (PERMIS) is the permanent administrative body for the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC), based in Istanbul, Turkey, providing support, implementing decisions, and facilitating economic, technological, and social cooperation among its 13 Member States to foster peace and prosperity in the region, acting as the hub for BSEC's diverse initiatives in trade, energy, environment, and more Previous Next