Antiquities

Armenians are legitimate heirs of the Armenian and Anatolian plateau

Evidence that Armenians have lived in Van since ancient times is countless today more than ever, especially after the latest genetic research results that validate Armenians’ continuity in the region for over 7000 years and that they are legitimate heirs of the Armenian and Anatolian plateau.

The Ancient. In Van, to this day Armenian medieval crosses and Armenian nail engraving can be seen on the foot of a 9th-century fortress overlooking Toshba (Tushba=Tosp), the capital of the ancient Armenian Kingdom of Ararat / Urartu.

Source: Armenians And Armenia

Vigen Avetisyan

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