Saghmosavank (Armenian: “Monastery of the psalms”) is located in the village of Saghmosavan in Aragatsotn Province, Armenia. In its vicinity is the river Kasagh, as
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The Ashkharhs of Greater Armenia
Ancient Armenia consisted of administrative units called “ashkharhs” (“world” in Armenian), which could be deemed analogous to modern states. Each of the ashkharhs had broad
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Ancient Village of Akori – Where Noah Planted a Willow
The Akori settlement is situated on the northeastern slope of Masis, otherwise known as Greater Ararat. Now, this area is occupied by Iğdır Province of
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The Dwelling of Gods – The Sacred Mount Ararat
From time to time, humanity is forced to review their apprehension of the surrounding world. For centuries, it has been considered that the humanity had
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Tamerlane and Geghard Monastery – The Legend of the Spear of Destiny
A 14th-century Turco-Mongol conqueror Tamerlane has achieved outstanding military success, conquering vast territories. However, he was yet to conquer Armenia. And thereby, he decided to
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Zabel I of Rubenids – Queen of the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia
Isabella I, also known as Isabel I or Zabel I (27 January 1216/25 January 1217 – 23 January 1252), was a Queen of the Armenian
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Armenia on Medieval Hand-Drawn Maps
Maps are crucial in helping us shape history. They contribute to the understanding of the political development of the ancient and modern worlds, as well
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Armenian Traces in Scandinavian Mythology
In 1222 – 1225, Icelandic historian, poet, and politician Snorri Sturluson wrote his book “Edda” consisting of Scandinavian myths and tales. This book has long
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The Genealogy of the Love Legend of Vahagn and Astghik
Historian and linguist Nicholas Marr wrote about the genealogy of the legend of the love between Armenian pagan deities Vahagn and Astghik: “However, more ancient
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