Shushi/Shusha, living in a symbol

Shushanik Avanessov

Shushanik Avanessov, in her kitchen. Originally from Georgia she moved to Armenia because her husband found work in Gyumri. After he died because of health problems she was kidnapped by a refugee from Baku who became, after persuading her, her second husband. On his decision, because of the better climate, they moved to Shushi with their two children. The second husband died and the children are now serving in the military. Well regarded for her ability to read fortunes in coffee grounds, she is now the cleaner in the local internet café.