Report of Minas Vardapet to Peter I
On the Situation in Persia, Attempts to Divide the Armenian Liberation Movement, and Persuade Them to Abandon Their Alignment with Russia August […]
Category: Antiquities
The Armenian Cavalry: Elite Warriors at the Crossroads of Empires
Throughout history, Armenia has stood as a strategic crossroads between two formidable powers—the Roman and Sassanid Empires. Positioned at this intersection, Armenia […]
The Resilient Kingdom of Van: A Chronicle of Survival Amidst Adversity
The ancient Armenian Kingdom of Van, also referred to as Urartu or the Ararat Kingdom, was a beacon of resilience and innovation […]
The Legacy of Armenia’s Early Kings: From Paruyr to Tigran
The Armenian historian Movses Khorenatsi, fondly regarded as the “father of Armenian historiography,” provides a remarkable account of the nation’s ancient roots […]
The Timeless Beauty of a Van Kingdom Necklace at the Miho Museum
Nestled within the serene landscapes of Kyoto, Japan, the Miho Museum is home to countless treasures from the ancient world. Among these […]
The Kingdom of Van: A Timeless Tale from the Manuscripts of Movses Khorenatsi
Discovery and Historical Significance The discovery of the Kingdom of Van, often referred to as Urartu, owes much to the revered manuscripts […]
Discovery of the Oldest Settlement in Yerevan
The accidental uncovering of historical treasures: Just half a century ago, Yerevan’s oldest settlement was stumbled upon purely by chance. This unexpected […]
The Coinage of the Artashesian Dynasty: A Glimpse into Ancient Armenian Sovereignty
The historical narrative of Armenia during the reign of the Seleucid Empire reveals intriguing developments in the region’s autonomy and cultural heritage. […]
Mitra – The Principal Deity of the Ancient Armenian Pantheon of Gods
Mihr (Mher) or Mitra is the principal deity of the pantheon of gods in ancient Armenia. In the Armenian pagan pantheon, Mihr […]
Unraveling the Mystery of Garni: The Greco-Roman Temple in Armenia
How did a temple in the Greco-Roman style appear in Armenia, and for what purpose was it erected? Benjamin Kemper, an author […]