Antiquities

Vishapakars (Dragon stones) originated in Armenia

Vishapakars are thousand-year-old ancient structures that certainly originated in Armenia. These are rather mysterious structures as they date back as far back as the 18th-16th centuries BC. p.m. Armenian Highlands is the only place where they were found, so it is safe to say that Vishapakars originated here.

Most of the vishapakars were found near the water, and many of them are in the shape of fish. Many engravings depict running water or water birds.

by Armenians And Armenia

Vigen Avetisyan

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