Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan met Saturday with renowned singer, People's Artist of the USSR Alla Pugacheva.

Appreciating highly the singer's creative work, President Sargsyan emphasized that an "entire generation grew up with her songs" and bestowed Mesrop Mashtots order on her.

"I couldn't but visit Armenia in the framework of my farewell tour. I met so many talented people here," Pugacheva said.